Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Sony ZV-1 II
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Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Sony ZV-1 II 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
- Introduced September 2014
- Also Known as Typ 109
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 18-50mm (F1.8-4.0) lens
- 292g - 106 x 60 x 47mm
- Released May 2023
- Superseded the Sony ZV-1

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Sony ZV-1 II Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 versus Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the D-Lux Typ 109 (13MP) and ZV-1 II (20MP) and the D-Lux Typ 109 (Four Thirds) and ZV-1 II (1") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The D-Lux Typ 109 was unveiled 9 years prior to the ZV-1 II and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the D-Lux Typ 109 grades vs the ZV-1 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Sony ZV-1 II Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-Lux Typ 109 & Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The full galleries are available at Leica D-Lux Typ 109 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux Typ 109 over the Sony ZV-1 II
D-Lux Typ 109 | ZV-1 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 II over the Leica D-Lux Typ 109
ZV-1 II | D-Lux Typ 109 | |||
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Released | May 2023 | ![]() | September 2014 | More recent by 105 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 and Sony ZV-1 II
D-Lux Typ 109 | ZV-1 II | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Same display sizing |
Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Sony ZV-1 II Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica D-Lux Typ 109 offers outer measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Sony ZV-1 II has measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") having a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).
See the Leica D-Lux Typ 109 versus Sony ZV-1 II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the D-Lux Typ 109 against the ZV-1 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux Typ 109 and ZV-1 II is 82 and 88 respectively.

Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Sony ZV-1 II Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specs. The visual here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux Typ 109 and ZV-1 II.
All in all, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D-Lux Typ 109 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony ZV-1 II will produce extra detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older D-Lux Typ 109 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Leica D-Lux Typ 109 vs Sony ZV-1 II Specifications
Leica D-Lux Typ 109 | Sony ZV-1 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica D-Lux Typ 109 | Sony ZV-1 Mark II |
Other name | Typ 109 | - |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-09-23 | 2023-05-27 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4112 x 3088 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-75mm (3.1x) | 18-50mm (2.8x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.7-2.8 | f/1.8-4.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.00 inch |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,760 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0fps | 24.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (with included external flash at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/100 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405 grams (0.89 lb) | 292 grams (0.64 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 66 x 55mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.2") | 106 x 60 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 260 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $1,095 | $899 |