Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Nikon D40X

The following is a complete analysis of the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Nikon D40X, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Leica and Nikon. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the D-Lux Typ 109 (13MP) and D40X (10MP) and the D-Lux Typ 109 (Four Thirds) and D40X (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The D-Lux Typ 109 was introduced 7 years after the D40X which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon D40X being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the D-Lux Typ 109 grades versus the D40X in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux Typ 109 & Nikon D40X. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Gallery & Nikon D40X Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux Typ 109 offers external measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Nikon D40X has dimensions of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the D-Lux Typ 109 vs the D40X.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux Typ 109 and D40X is 82 and 71 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D-Lux Typ 109 and D40X.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The D-Lux Typ 109 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher D-Lux Typ 109 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.