Leica D-LUX 5 vs Olympus 7040

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Leica D-LUX 5 and Olympus 7040, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Olympus. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and 7040 (14MP) and the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and 7040 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The D-LUX 5 was revealed 9 months after the 7040 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the D-LUX 5 matches up versus the 7040 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-LUX 5 & Olympus Stylus 7040. The full galleries are viewable at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery & Olympus 7040 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Leica D-LUX 5 offers physical measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Olympus 7040 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Leica D-LUX 5 and Olympus 7040 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the D-LUX 5 compared to the 7040.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the D-LUX 5 and 7040 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D-LUX 5 and 7040.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D-LUX 5 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Olympus 7040 will give extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer D-LUX 5 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.