Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon S9100

Following is a in depth review of the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Nikon S9100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and S9100 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The D-LUX 5 was manufactured 10 months before the S9100 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the D-LUX 5 matches up vs the S9100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-LUX 5 and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The entire galleries are provided at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-LUX 5 provides physical measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9100 has dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Nikon S9100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the D-LUX 5 compared to the S9100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D-LUX 5 and S9100 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The picture below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D-LUX 5 and S9100.

All in all, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D-LUX 5 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon S9100 will give greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged D-LUX 5 is going to be behind in sensor tech.