Leica D-Lux 7 vs Sony RX100 IV

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Leica D-Lux 7 vs Sony RX100 IV, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the D-Lux 7 (17MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is fairly well matched but the D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) and RX100 IV (1") possess different sensor measurements.

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The D-Lux 7 was introduced 3 years later than the RX100 IV and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the D-Lux 7 matches up vs the RX100 IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-Lux 7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Leica D-Lux 7 has got exterior 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) whilst the Sony RX100 IV has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the D-Lux 7 compared to the RX100 IV.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 7 and RX100 IV is 81 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 7 and RX100 IV.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D-Lux 7 using its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Sony RX100 IV will resolve greater detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern D-Lux 7 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.