Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Leica X1

Here is a thorough review of the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Leica X1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are built by Leica. The image resolution of the D-Lux Typ 109 (13MP) and the X1 (12MP) is very similar but the D-Lux Typ 109 (Four Thirds) and X1 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The D-Lux Typ 109 was manufactured 4 years later than the X1 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the D-Lux Typ 109 scores against the X1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-Lux Typ 109 & Leica X1. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Gallery & Leica X1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Leica D-Lux Typ 109 enjoys outer dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Leica X1 has sizing of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Leica X1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the D-Lux Typ 109 against the X1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D-Lux Typ 109 and X1 is 82 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The visual underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux Typ 109 and X1.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D-Lux Typ 109 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 will offer you more detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern D-Lux Typ 109 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.