Leica D-Lux 7 vs Leica X2

Below, we are analyzing the Leica D-Lux 7 and Leica X2, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Leica. The image resolution of the D-Lux 7 (17MP) and the X2 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) and X2 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The D-Lux 7 was revealed 6 years later than the X2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the D-Lux 7 scores versus the X2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-Lux 7 and Leica X2. The full galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery and Leica X2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux 7 comes with outer measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") along with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Leica X2 has dimensions of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") along with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Check the Leica D-Lux 7 and Leica X2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the D-Lux 7 and the X2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 7 and X2 is 81 and 83 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The graphic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the D-Lux 7 and X2.

All in all, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D-Lux 7 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Leica D-Lux 7 will show greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher D-Lux 7 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.