Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica Q-P

The following is a in depth overview of the Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica Q-P, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are created by Leica. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the D-Lux 7 (17MP) and Q-P (24MP) and the D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) and Q-P (Full frame) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The D-Lux 7 was launched at a similar time to the Q-P which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the D-Lux 7 matches up vs the Q-P when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-Lux 7 & Leica Q-P. The complete galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery & Leica Q-P Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica D-Lux 7 has got physical measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") having a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Leica Q-P has proportions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the D-Lux 7 compared to the Q-P.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 7 and Q-P is 81 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the D-Lux 7 and Q-P.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D-Lux 7 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Leica Q-P will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively.