Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica Q

Following is a extensive review of the Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica Q, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Leica. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the D-Lux 7 (17MP) and Q (24MP) and the D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) and Q (Full frame) provide different sensor sizing.

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The D-Lux 7 was unveiled 3 years after the Q which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the D-Lux 7 scores vs the Q in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-Lux 7 and Leica Q. The full galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery and Leica Q Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux 7 comes with exterior dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Leica Q has dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the D-Lux 7 vs the Q.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 7 and Q is 81 and 63 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the D-Lux 7 and Q.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux 7 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Leica Q will offer extra detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent D-Lux 7 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.