Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Nikon A

In this article, we are evaluating the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Nikon A, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the D-Lux Typ 109 (13MP) and the A (16MP) is fairly comparable but the D-Lux Typ 109 (Four Thirds) and A (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The D-Lux Typ 109 was announced 16 months later than the A making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the D-Lux Typ 109 scores against the A with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Nikon Coolpix A. The whole galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Gallery and Nikon A Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Leica D-Lux Typ 109 comes with physical dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Nikon A has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Nikon A in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the D-Lux Typ 109 and the A.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux Typ 109 and A is 82 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux Typ 109 and A.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D-Lux Typ 109 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Nikon A will show more detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher D-Lux Typ 109 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.