Canon EOS 5DS vs Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon EOS 5DS and the Leica D-Lux (Typ 109), highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Canon EOS 5DS was introduced in February 2015 and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) was introduced in September 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Canon EOS 5DS Highlights

      • 50.6 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 61 Focus Points (61 Cross-type)
      • 3.2" 1,040k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
      • 5.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Highlights

      • 12.8 MP Micro Four Thirds Sensor
      • 200 - 25,600 Native ISO
      • 49 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 921k dot Fixed Screen
      • 2,760k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 11.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 3840 x 2160 Video Shooting
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Canon EOS 5DS
      4. Advantage of Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Canon EOS 5DS and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109).

      PROS

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      •   Video Capture
      •   Large Sensor
      •   High Resolution Sensor - 50.6 Megapixel
      •   61 Focus Points
      •   41 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 87
      •   Webcam Functionality
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,760k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)

      CONS

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.8 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      •   Price
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   -2 EV Min AF Detection
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
      •   Weight - 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)
      •   Battery Life - 700 shots
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps

      Advantage of Canon EOS 5DS

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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon EOS 5DS over Leica D-Lux (Typ 109).

      Canon EOS 5DS vs Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
      Larger Sensor Full Frame vs Micro Four Thirds
      Higher Sensor Resolution 50.6 Megapixel vs 12.8 Megapixel
      Lower Native ISO 100 vs 200
      Max Image Resolution 8688 x 5792 vs 4112 x 3088
      More Focus Points 61 vs 49
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Larger Screen 3.2" vs 3.0"
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,040k dot vs 921k dot
      Top LCD Screen vs
      Higher Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) 0.71x vs 0.7x
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/8000 sec vs 1/4000 sec
      Partial Metering vs
      Higher USB Speed USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec) vs USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      Microphone Input vs
      Environmental Sealing vs
      Dust Proof vs
      Longer Battery Life 700 shots vs 300 shots
      More Storage Slots 2 vs 1

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      Canon 5D III
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      Full Frame

      22.3 MP

      Panasonic S1
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Panasonic S1
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      1/2.33-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Canon 5D
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      Full Frame

      13.3 MP

      Canon 5D IV
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      Full Frame

      30.4 MP

      Canon 5D II
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      Full Frame

      21.1 MP

      Nikon A
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      APS-C

      16.2 MP

      Sony a6700
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      APS-C

      26.0 MP

      Sigma SD1 Merrill
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      APS-C

      15 MP

      Leica S2
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      Medium format

      38 MP

      Fujifilm GFX 100
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      Medium format

      102 MP

      Advantage of Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) over Canon EOS 5DS.

      Canon EOS 5DS vs Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
      Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 25,600
      Image Stabilization vs
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 60 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 5.0 fps vs 11.0 fps
      Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 3840 x 2160
      Built-in Microphone Mono vs Stereo
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Lighter 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz) vs 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)

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      Leica D-Lux 7
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      Micro Four Thirds

      17 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Fujifilm X-E4
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Sony a9
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Pentax Q-S1
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      1/1.7-inch

      12.4 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Leica D-Lux 6
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      1/1.7-inch

      10.1 MP

      Olympus OM-D E-M1 III
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20.4 MP

      Pentax WG-3
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Canon EOS 5DS Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
        Video Capture
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
      WEAKNESSES Canon EOS 5DS Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Canon EOS 5DS has a 3.2" screen with 1,040k dot resolution and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has a 3.0" screen with 921k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.


      Viewfinder

      Canon EOS 5DS has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinderLeica D-Lux (Typ 109) has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,760k dot resolution. They both have 100% coverage.

      Sensor

      Canon EOS 5DS features a 50.6 megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor with dimensions of 36 x 24 mm and a total area of 864 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400 and expands to 100 - 12,800 in boosted mode. Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) features a 12.8 megapixel Micro Four Thirds [] sensor with dimensions of 17.3 x 13 mm and a total area of 169 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 25,600 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode.

      Photography Features

      Canon EOS 5DS is equipped with Dual DIGIC 6 processor and can take pictures up to 8688 x 5792 resolution. Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) can take pictures up to 4112 x 3088 resolution.

      Image Stabilization on Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


      NFC on Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Canon EOS 5DS comes with LP-E6 battery pack with battery life of 700 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Canon EOS 5DS has two card slots - one for SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) and one for CompactFlash (UDMA 7). Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/8000 sec on Canon EOS 5DS, and up to 1/4000 sec on Leica D-Lux (Typ 109). Canon EOS 5DS can shoot continuously up to 5.0 fps. Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps.


      Focusing

      Canon EOS 5DS has Dual Pixel CMOS AF system with 61 (41 cross-type) focusing points and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has 49 focusing points. Canon EOS 5DS has detection range from -2 to +18 EV.


      Exposure

      Exposure meterings of Canon EOS 5DS ranges from 0 to +20 EV and you can set the exposure compensation within the ±5 EV range on Canon EOS 5DS and 3 range on Leica D-Lux (Typ 109). You can also do exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment on Canon EOS 5DS and exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment on Leica D-Lux (Typ 109).


      Flash

      Cameras have no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected to both of them via Hot Shoe or PC Terminal to Canon EOS 5DS and via Shoe Mount to Leica D-Lux (Typ 109). The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/200 sec on Canon EOS 5DS.

      Physical Parameters

      Canon EOS 5DS body has dimensions of 152 x 116 x 76 mm (5.98 x 4.57 x 2.99") and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) body has dimensions of 118 x 66 x 55 mm (4.65 x 2.6 x 2.17"). Canon EOS 5DS weighs 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz) and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) weighs 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz).

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

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      Size comparisons of Canon EOS 5DS and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Canon EOS 5DS and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      74
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   61 Focus Points
      •   41 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Battery Life - 700 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      74
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,760k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots

      Wildlife Photography

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      70
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   61 Focus Points
      •   41 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Battery Life - 700 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,760k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots

      Portrait Photography

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      82
      •   Large Sensor
      •   61 Focus Points
      •   41 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      81
      •   Small Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot

      Street Photography

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      79
      •   Large Sensor
      •   61 Focus Points
      •   41 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)
      GOOD
      82
      •   Small Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      76
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)
      •   Battery Life - 700 shots
      GOOD
      83
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Canon EOS 5DS and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) and give them scores of 73 and 68 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      OVERALL
      73
      OVERALL
      68

      Sensor

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      75
      •   Large Sensor
      •   High Resolution Sensor - 50.6 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 87
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.8 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      75
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
      GOOD
      76
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps

      Video

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      BAD
      32
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Webcam Functionality
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160

      Focusing

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      83
      •   -2 EV Min AF Detection
      •   61 Focus Points
      •   41 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      73
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      74
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      GOOD
      75
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,760k dot

      Connectivity

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      77
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      GOOD
      73
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      72
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)
      •   Battery Life - 700 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots


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