Leica D-Lux 7 vs Nikon 1 J5

Let's take a closer look at the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Nikon 1 J5, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the D-Lux 7 (17MP) and the 1 J5 (21MP) is very close but the D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) and 1 J5 (1") possess different sensor measurements.

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The D-Lux 7 was unveiled 3 years after the 1 J5 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica D-Lux 7 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon 1 J5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the D-Lux 7 matches up vs the 1 J5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-Lux 7 and Nikon 1 J5. The full galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery and Nikon 1 J5 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. 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 Nikon 1 J5 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Nikon 1 J5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the D-Lux 7 against the 1 J5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the D-Lux 7 and 1 J5 is 81 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the D-Lux 7 and 1 J5.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux 7 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon 1 J5 will provide you with more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger D-Lux 7 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.