Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic LX100

Its time to look more closely at the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Panasonic LX100, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the D-Lux Typ 109 (13MP) and the LX100 (13MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The D-Lux Typ 109 was introduced at a similar time to the LX100 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the D-Lux Typ 109 matches up versus the LX100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-Lux Typ 109 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Gallery & Panasonic LX100 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica D-Lux Typ 109 has exterior dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic LX100 has proportions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") with a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).

Analyze the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Panasonic LX100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the D-Lux Typ 109 vs the LX100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux Typ 109 and LX100 is 82 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The pic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D-Lux Typ 109 and LX100.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos but you would want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.