Leica Digilux 3 vs Sony A99 II

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Leica Digilux 3 vs Sony A99 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Leica and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Digilux 3 (7MP) and A99 II (42MP) and the Digilux 3 (Four Thirds) and A99 II (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Digilux 3 was brought out 11 years prior to the A99 II which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the Digilux 3 matches up against the A99 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica Digilux 3 & Sony Alpha A99 II. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica Digilux 3 Gallery & Sony A99 II Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Leica Digilux 3 offers physical measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Sony A99 II has specifications of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).

Contrast the Leica Digilux 3 vs Sony A99 II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Digilux 3 vs the A99 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Digilux 3 and A99 II is 65 and 57 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Digilux 3 and A99 II.

Clearly, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Digilux 3 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A99 II will produce more detail having its extra 35MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Digilux 3 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.