Leica D-Lux 7 vs Sigma DP1x
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Leica D-Lux 7 vs Sigma DP1x Key Specs
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- 17MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 403g - 118 x 66 x 64mm
- Introduced November 2018
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- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 28mm (F4.0) lens
- 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Launched February 2010
- Previous Model is Sigma DP1s
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Lets look a little more in depth at the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Sigma DP1x, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the D-Lux 7 (17MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) and DP1x (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.
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Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the D-Lux 7 scores vs the DP1x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 7 over the Sigma DP1x
| D-Lux 7 | DP1x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | November 2018 |  | February 2010 | Newer by 107 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 1240k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+1010k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Leica D-Lux 7
| DP1x | D-Lux 7 |
|---|
Common features in the Leica D-Lux 7 and Sigma DP1x
| D-Lux 7 | DP1x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Leica D-Lux 7 vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux 7 comes with outer dimensions 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 Sigma DP1x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Sigma DP1x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the D-Lux 7 compared to the DP1x.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 7 and DP1x is 81 and 88 respectively.
Leica D-Lux 7 vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux 7 and DP1x.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D-Lux 7 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Leica D-Lux 7 will result in more detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer D-Lux 7 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Leica D-Lux 7 vs Sigma DP1x Specifications
| Leica D-Lux 7 | Sigma DP1x | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Leica | Sigma |
| Model | Leica D-Lux 7 | Sigma DP1x |
| Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2018-11-20 | 2010-02-20 |
| Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | True II |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
| Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 285.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 17 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 4736 x 3552 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-75mm (3.1x) | 28mm (1x) |
| Largest aperture | f/1.7-2.8 | f/4.0 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
| Resolution of display | 1,240 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,760 thousand dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 1800 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 11.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
| Flash settings | no built-in flash | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 320 x 240 |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 320x240 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | - |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | DP-DC15 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 403g (0.89 pounds) | 250g (0.55 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 118 x 66 x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 340 photographs | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/MMC card |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $1,193 | $574 |