Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS200

Lets examine more in depth at the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 versus Panasonic ZS200, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the D-Lux Typ 109 (13MP) and ZS200 (20MP) and the D-Lux Typ 109 (Four Thirds) and ZS200 (1") enjoy different sensor size.

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The D-Lux Typ 109 was announced 4 years earlier than the ZS200 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the D-Lux Typ 109 matches up vs the ZS200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Gallery and Panasonic ZS200 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica D-Lux Typ 109 offers physical dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS200 has sizing of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs).

Contrast the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 versus Panasonic ZS200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the D-Lux Typ 109 vs the ZS200.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux Typ 109 and ZS200 is 82 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux Typ 109 and ZS200.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux Typ 109 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic ZS200 will result in greater detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged D-Lux Typ 109 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.