Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100
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Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-75mm (F1.7-2.8) lens
- 405g - 118 x 66 x 55mm
- Announced September 2014
- Alternative Name is Typ 109
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-250mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 312g - 111 x 65 x 44mm
- Announced January 2016
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ100
- Updated by Panasonic ZS200
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Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100 Overview
Below is a extensive assessment of the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the D-Lux Typ 109 (13MP) and ZS100 (20MP) and the D-Lux Typ 109 (Four Thirds) and ZS100 (1") feature different sensor sizing.
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The D-Lux Typ 109 was launched 15 months earlier than the ZS100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the D-Lux Typ 109 matches up versus the ZS100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux Typ 109 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The complete galleries are available at Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Gallery & Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux Typ 109 over the Panasonic ZS100
D-Lux Typ 109 | ZS100 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Leica D-Lux Typ 109
ZS100 | D-Lux Typ 109 | |||
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Announced | January 2016 | ![]() | September 2014 | More recent by 15 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+119k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Panasonic ZS100
D-Lux Typ 109 | ZS100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica D-Lux Typ 109 offers exterior dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS100 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).
Check out the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the D-Lux Typ 109 and the ZS100.
![Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100 size comparison Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-D-Lux-Typ-109-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS100-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux Typ 109 and ZS100 is 82 and 87 respectively.
![Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100 top view buttons comparison Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-D-Lux-Typ-109-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS100-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the D-Lux Typ 109 and ZS100.
As you can see, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D-Lux Typ 109 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic ZS100 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older D-Lux Typ 109 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
![Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100 sensor size comparison Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-D-Lux-Typ-109-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS100-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Panasonic ZS100 Specifications
Leica D-Lux Typ 109 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica D-Lux Typ 109 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 |
Also referred to as | Typ 109 | Lumix DMC-TZ100 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-09-23 | 2016-01-05 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | MOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4112 x 3088 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-75mm (3.1x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.7-2.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,760k dot | 1,166k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per second | 9.9 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 405 grams (0.89 lb) | 312 grams (0.69 lb) |
Dimensions | 118 x 66 x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") | 111 x 65 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 559 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 300 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,095 | $700 |