Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica X1

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.