Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica X1
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Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica X1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 17MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 403g - 118 x 66 x 64mm
- Announced November 2018
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- No Video
- 35mm (F2.8) lens
- 306g - 124 x 60 x 32mm
- Introduced December 2009
- Replacement is Leica X2
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Following is a thorough comparison of the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Leica X1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are sold by Leica. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the D-Lux 7 (17MP) and X1 (12MP) and the D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) and X1 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe D-Lux 7 was brought out 9 years after the X1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the D-Lux 7 scores vs the X1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-Lux 7 and Leica X1. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery and Leica X1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 7 over the Leica X1
| D-Lux 7 | X1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | November 2018 |  | December 2009 | More modern by 109 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 1240k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+1010k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica X1 over the Leica D-Lux 7
| X1 | D-Lux 7 |
|---|
Common features in the Leica D-Lux 7 and Leica X1
| D-Lux 7 | X1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica X1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux 7 offers outer dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Leica X1 has dimensions of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).
Analyze the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Leica X1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the D-Lux 7 versus the X1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 7 and X1 is 81 and 89 respectively.
Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica X1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The picture below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux 7 and X1.
All in all, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux 7 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Leica D-Lux 7 will show extra detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger D-Lux 7 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica X1 Specifications
| Leica D-Lux 7 | Leica X1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Leica | Leica |
| Model type | Leica D-Lux 7 | Leica X1 |
| Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2018-11-20 | 2009-12-18 |
| Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 372.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 17MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4736 x 3552 | 4272 x 2856 |
| Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-75mm (3.1x) | 35mm (1x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/1.7-2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 30cm |
| Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of screen | 1,240k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,760k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 1800 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
| Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | - |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
| Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | DP-DC15 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 403g (0.89 lb) | 306g (0.67 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 118 x 66 x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 124 x 60 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 340 shots | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC card |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $1,193 | $1,495 |
