Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Nikon S1000pj

In this article, we are evaluating the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Nikon S1000pj, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the D-Lux Typ 109 (13MP) and the S1000pj (12MP) is fairly comparable but the D-Lux Typ 109 (Four Thirds) and S1000pj (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D-Lux Typ 109 was manufactured 5 years after the S1000pj which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon S1000pj being a Compact camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the D-Lux Typ 109 matches up versus the S1000pj for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-Lux Typ 109 & Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The entire galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Gallery & Nikon S1000pj Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Leica D-Lux Typ 109 enjoys external 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 Nikon S1000pj has sizing of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the D-Lux Typ 109 vs the S1000pj.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D-Lux Typ 109 and S1000pj is 82 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The image underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux Typ 109 and S1000pj.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux Typ 109 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 will provide extra detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer D-Lux Typ 109 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.