Leica D-Lux 7 vs Sigma DP2x

The following is a thorough overview of the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Sigma DP2x, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the D-Lux 7 (17MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) and DP2x (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The D-Lux 7 was revealed 7 years after the DP2x which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the D-Lux 7 matches up against the DP2x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-Lux 7 and Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are available at Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica D-Lux 7 offers exterior dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") and a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Leica D-Lux 7 versus Sigma DP2x in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the D-Lux 7 vs the DP2x.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the D-Lux 7 and DP2x is 81 and 86 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the D-Lux 7 and DP2x.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D-Lux 7 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Leica D-Lux 7 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent D-Lux 7 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.