Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Sigma DP1x

Below is a detailed review of the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Sigma DP1x, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Leica and Sigma. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the D-Lux Typ 109 (13MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the D-Lux Typ 109 (Four Thirds) and DP1x (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The D-Lux Typ 109 was announced 4 years later than the DP1x and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the D-Lux Typ 109 scores vs the DP1x for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Sigma DP1x. The whole galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica D-Lux Typ 109 has outer measurements 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 Sigma DP1x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check out the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Sigma DP1x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the D-Lux Typ 109 and the DP1x.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux Typ 109 and DP1x is 82 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D-Lux Typ 109 and DP1x.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D-Lux Typ 109 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 will provide you with more detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer D-Lux Typ 109 provides an advantage in sensor tech.