Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) vs Casio Exilim EX-10

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) and the Casio Exilim EX-10, 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.

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) was introduced in September 2014 and Casio Exilim EX-10 was introduced in November 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      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

      Casio Exilim EX-10 Highlights

      • 12 MP 1/1.7-inch CMOS Sensor
      • 80 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.50" 922k dot Tilting Screen
      • 10.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
      4. Advantage of Casio Exilim EX-10
      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 Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) and Casio Exilim EX-10.

      PROS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      •   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)
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.50"
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 384 g (0.85 lb / 13.55 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      •   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
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 455 shots


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

      AVERAGE

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      •   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
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps

      Advantage of 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 Casio Exilim EX-10.

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) vs Casio Exilim EX-10
      Larger Sensor Micro Four Thirds vs 1/1.7-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 12.8 Megapixel vs 12 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 25,600 vs 12,800
      Max Image Resolution 4112 x 3088 vs 4000 x 3000
      Reaches Wider Angle 24 mm vs 28 mm
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/1.7 vs f/1.8
      Viewfinder Electronic vs
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 11.0 fps vs 10.0 fps
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Higher Video Resolution 3840 x 2160 vs 1920 x 1080
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Leica D-Lux (Typ 109).

      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

      Pentax Q-S1
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      1/1.7-inch

      12.4 MP

      Leica D-Lux 6
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      1/1.7-inch

      10.1 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Olympus OM-D E-M1 III
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20.4 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Pentax WG-3
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Advantage of Casio Exilim EX-10

      Casio EX-10
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Casio Exilim EX-10 over Leica D-Lux (Typ 109).

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) vs Casio Exilim EX-10
      Lower Native ISO 200 vs 80
      Touch-to-Focus vs
      Reachs More Telephoto 75 mm vs 112 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 3.1x vs 4x
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/2.8 vs f/2.5
      Min Macro Focus Distance 3 cm vs 1 cm
      Screen Type Fixed vs Tilting
      Touch Screen vs
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 3.50"
      Higher Resolution Screen 921k dot vs 922k dot
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 60 sec vs 250 sec
      Built-in Flash vs
      Lighter 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz) vs 384 g (0.85 lb / 13.55 oz)
      Longer Battery Life 300 shots vs 455 shots

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Casio Exilim EX-10.

      Nikon D800
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      Full Frame

      36.3 MP

      Pentax E70
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      1/2.33-inch

      10 MP

      Ricoh WG-M1
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Leica Q Typ 116
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon SX540 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      20.3 MP

      Olympus E-3
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      Micro Four Thirds

      10.0 MP

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C
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      Medium format

      50 MP

      Nikon D40X
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      APS-C

      10.2 MP

      Pentax VS20
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      1/2.33-inch

      16 MP

      Canon SX220 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Canon A480
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      1/2.3-inch

      10 MP

      Fujifilm X-Pro1
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      APS-C

      16.3 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 Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Casio Exilim EX-10
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO25,60012,800
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Built-In Wi-Fi
        Light405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)384 g (0.85 lb / 13.55 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Casio Exilim EX-10
        Small SensorMicro Four Thirds1/1.7-inch
        Low Resolution Sensor12.8 Megapixel12 Megapixel
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life300 shots455 shots

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has a 3.0" Fixed screen with 921k dot resolution and Casio Exilim EX-10 has a 3.50" Tilting screen with 922k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes Casio Exilim EX-10 very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Casio Exilim EX-10 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Casio Exilim EX-10) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.


      Electronic Viewfinder on Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,760k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Casio Exilim EX-10.

      Sensor

      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 224.9 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 25,600 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode. Casio Exilim EX-10 features a 12 megapixel 1/1.7-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 7.44 x 5.58 mm and a total area of 31.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 12,800.

      Photography Features

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) can take pictures up to 4112 x 3088 resolution. Casio Exilim EX-10 is equipped with Exilim Engine HS 3 processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2656, 4000 x 2240, 3264 x 2448, 2056 x 1536 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi

      Cameras have built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n 2.4 GHz on Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)) 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 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Casio Exilim EX-10 comes with Li-130A battery pack with battery life of 455 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Casio Exilim EX-10 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Leica D-Lux (Typ 109), and up to 1/4000 sec on Casio Exilim EX-10. Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps. Casio Exilim EX-10 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.


      Flash

      Casio Exilim EX-10 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 10.90 m. Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Shoe Mount..

      Physical Parameters

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) body has dimensions of 118 x 66 x 55 mm (4.65 x 2.6 x 2.17") and Casio Exilim EX-10 body has dimensions of 120 x 68 x 49 mm (4.72 x 2.68 x 1.93"). Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) weighs 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz) and Casio Exilim EX-10 weighs 384 g (0.85 lb / 13.55 oz).

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      118 mm

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      Size comparisons of Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) and Casio Exilim EX-10

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) and Casio Exilim EX-10 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

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      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
      GOOD
      78
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 455 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      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
      GOOD
      75
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 455 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      GOOD
      81
      •   Small Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      GOOD
      81
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.50"
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      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)
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 384 g (0.85 lb / 13.55 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      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
      GOOD
      84
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 384 g (0.85 lb / 13.55 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 455 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) and Casio Exilim EX-10 and give them scores of 68 and 67 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.


      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      OVERALL
      68
      OVERALL
      67

      Sensor

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.8 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      56
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      GOOD
      76
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      GOOD
      73
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      GOOD
      73
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      83
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      GOOD
      75
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,760k dot
      GOOD
      80
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.50"
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

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

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Casio Exilim EX-10

      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 384 g (0.85 lb / 13.55 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 455 shots
      •   Internal Storage


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