Leica D-LUX 5 vs Panasonic LF1

Following is a in depth overview of the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is very well matched but the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and LF1 (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The D-LUX 5 was introduced 4 years earlier than the LF1 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the D-LUX 5 scores vs the LF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-LUX 5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The whole galleries are provided at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica D-LUX 5 has physical measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Panasonic LF1 has proportions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Panasonic LF1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the D-LUX 5 compared to the LF1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the D-LUX 5 and LF1 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D-LUX 5 and LF1.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D-LUX 5 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic LF1 will give more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged D-LUX 5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.