Leica D-Lux 7 vs Nikon A

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Leica D-Lux 7 and Nikon A, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the D-Lux 7 (17MP) and the A (16MP) is relatively similar but the D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) and A (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The D-Lux 7 was launched 5 years later than the A and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the D-Lux 7 grades against the A with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-Lux 7 & Nikon Coolpix A. The complete galleries are available at Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery & Nikon A Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux 7 has got physical measurements 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 A has dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the D-Lux 7 compared to the A.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 7 and A is 81 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D-Lux 7 and A.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D-Lux 7 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Leica D-Lux 7 will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent D-Lux 7 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.