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Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Leica X Vario

Portability
82
Imaging
51
Features
70
Overall
58
Leica D-Lux Typ 109 front
 
Leica X Vario front
Portability
62
Imaging
58
Features
51
Overall
55

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Leica X Vario Key Specs

Leica D-Lux Typ 109
(Full Review)
  • 13MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
  • 405g - 118 x 66 x 55mm
  • Revealed September 2014
  • Alternate Name is Typ 109
Leica X Vario
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12500
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-70mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
  • 680g - 133 x 73 x 95mm
  • Announced June 2013
  • Superseded the Leica X2
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Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Leica X Vario Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Leica X Vario, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both are designed by Leica. The image resolution of the D-Lux Typ 109 (13MP) and the X Vario (16MP) is relatively comparable but the D-Lux Typ 109 (Four Thirds) and X Vario (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The D-Lux Typ 109 was manufactured 16 months later than the X Vario which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the D-Lux Typ 109 scores against the X Vario in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux Typ 109 over the Leica X Vario

 D-Lux Typ 109 X Vario 
AnnouncedSeptember 2014June 2013Fresher by 16 months
Screen resolution921k920kClearer screen (+1k dot)

Reasons to pick Leica X Vario over the Leica D-Lux Typ 109

 X Vario D-Lux Typ 109 

Common features in the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Leica X Vario

 D-Lux Typ 109 X Vario 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurements
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Leica X Vario Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux Typ 109 offers external dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Leica X Vario has dimensions of 133mm x 73mm x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

Check out the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Leica X Vario in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the D-Lux Typ 109 compared to the X Vario.

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Leica X Vario size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the D-Lux Typ 109 and X Vario is 82 and 62 respectively.

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Leica X Vario top view buttons comparison

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Leica X Vario Sensor Comparison

Usually, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux Typ 109 and X Vario.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D-Lux Typ 109 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Leica X Vario will show greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger D-Lux Typ 109 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Leica X Vario sensor size comparison

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Leica X Vario Screen and ViewFinder

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Leica X Vario Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Portrait photography details
Leica X Vario Portrait photography details
70
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (13MP)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
features face detect focusing
exports RAW formats
74
manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Street photography features
Leica X Vario Street photography features
75
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
exports RAW formats
very good ISO range (25,600)
screen is fixed
53
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
heavier than average in class (680g)
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Sports Comparison

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Sports photography details
Leica X Vario Sports photography details
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (13 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
features tracking focus
lack of phase detect AF
54
good MP (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
good battery power (450 shots)
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Travel photography info
Leica X Vario Travel photography info
73
decent sensor resolution (13 megapixels)
rather wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.7)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
56
good battery power (450 per charge)
good MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average in class (680g)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 as a Landscape photography camera
Leica X Vario as a Landscape photography camera
73
focusing manually
rather wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.7)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (13MP)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
very good ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
61
manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
good MP (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
good battery power (450 CIPA)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no image stabilization
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Vlogging advice
Leica X Vario Vlogging advice
35
rather wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.7)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
lack of mic port
25
decently wide (28mm)
offers face detection focusing
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
doesn't have external mic port
heavier than average in class (680g)
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Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Leica X Vario Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Leica X Vario
 Leica D-Lux Typ 109Leica X Vario
General Information
Manufacturer Leica Leica
Model type Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Leica X Vario
Also referred to as Typ 109 -
Category Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2014-09-23 2013-06-11
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Four Thirds APS-C
Sensor dimensions 17.3 x 13mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor area 224.9mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 13 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Maximum resolution 4112 x 3088 4928 x 3272
Maximum native ISO 25600 12500
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Lowest boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 49 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-75mm (3.1x) 28-70mm (2.5x)
Maximum aperture f/1.7-2.8 f/3.5-6.4
Macro focusing range 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 2.1 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 921k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 2,760k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.7x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 11.0 frames per second 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) -
Flash options Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4 MPEG-4
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 405 gr (0.89 lb) 680 gr (1.50 lb)
Physical dimensions 118 x 66 x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") 133 x 73 x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 78
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.7
DXO Low light rating not tested 1320
Other
Battery life 300 images 450 images
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - BP-DC8
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $1,095 $2,950