Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Leica X-U

Let's look more closely at the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Leica X-U, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Leica. The sensor resolution of the D-Lux Typ 109 (13MP) and the X-U (16MP) is relatively well matched but the D-Lux Typ 109 (Four Thirds) and X-U (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The D-Lux Typ 109 was announced 16 months before the X-U which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the D-Lux Typ 109 scores vs the X-U with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Leica X-U. The whole galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Gallery and Leica X-U Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux Typ 109 enjoys exterior measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Leica X-U has dimensions of 140mm x 79mm x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") along with a weight of 635 grams (1.40 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the D-Lux Typ 109 and the X-U.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux Typ 109 and X-U is 82 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D-Lux Typ 109 and X-U.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux Typ 109 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Leica X-U will resolve extra detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged D-Lux Typ 109 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.