Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica Q
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Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 17MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 403g - 118 x 66 x 64mm
- Released November 2018
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- Yes Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F1.7) lens
- 640g - 130 x 80 x 93mm
- Announced June 2015
- Also referred to as Typ 116
- Newer Model is Leica Q2

Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica Q Overview
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.

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.

Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica Q Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 7 over the Leica Q
D-Lux 7 | Q | |||
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Announced | November 2018 | ![]() | June 2015 | More modern by 42 months |
Display resolution | 1240k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+200k dot) |
Reasons to pick Leica Q over the Leica D-Lux 7
Q | D-Lux 7 |
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Common features in the Leica D-Lux 7 and Leica Q
D-Lux 7 | Q | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica Q Physical Comparison
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).
See the Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica Q in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica Q Sensor Comparison
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.

Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica Q Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica Q Specifications
Leica D-Lux 7 | Leica Q | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Leica |
Model | Leica D-Lux 7 | Leica Q |
Other name | - | Typ 116 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2018-11-20 | 2015-06-10 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Maestro II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 17 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4736 x 3552 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 50000 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-75mm (3.1x) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.7-2.8 | f/1.7 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 17cm |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,240k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,760k dot | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1800 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | DP-DC15 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 403 grams (0.89 pounds) | 640 grams (1.41 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 66 x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 130 x 80 x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2221 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | BP-DC12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $1,193 | $4,300 |