Leica D-LUX 5 vs Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Leica D-LUX 5 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.

      Leica D-LUX 5 was introduced in September 2010 and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) was introduced in September 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Leica D-LUX 5 Highlights

      • 10.1 MP 1/1.63-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 23 Focus Points (23 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 2.5 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      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 Leica D-LUX 5
      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 Leica D-LUX 5 and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109).

      PROS

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 10.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      •   23 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   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 Leica D-LUX 5

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

      Leica D-LUX 5 vs Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
      Lower Native ISO 80 vs 200
      Reachs More Telephoto 90 mm vs 75 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 3.8x vs 3.1x
      Min Macro Focus Distance 1 cm vs 3 cm
      Built-in Flash vs
      Lighter 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz) vs 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)

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      Leica D-Lux 6
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      1/1.7-inch

      10.1 MP

      Leica D-Lux 7
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      Micro Four Thirds

      17 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Nikon Z7 II
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Sony a9 II
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 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 Leica D-LUX 5.

      Leica D-LUX 5 vs Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
      Larger Sensor 1/1.63-inch vs Micro Four Thirds
      Higher Sensor Resolution 10.1 Megapixel vs 12.8 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 25,600
      Max Image Resolution 3648 x 2736 vs 4112 x 3088
      Timelapse Recording vs
      More Focus Points 23 vs 49
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/2.0 vs f/1.7
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/3.3 vs f/2.8
      Higher Resolution Screen 460k dot vs 921k dot
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 2.5 fps vs 11.0 fps
      Higher Video Resolution 1280 x 720 vs 3840 x 2160
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs

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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

      Pentax Q-S1
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      1/1.7-inch

      12.4 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Leica D-Lux 6
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      1/1.7-inch

      10.1 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 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 Leica D-LUX 5 Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO12,80025,600
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Light271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz)405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Leica D-LUX 5 Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
        Small Sensor1/1.63-inchMicro Four Thirds
        Low Resolution Sensor10.1 Megapixel12.8 Megapixel
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Leica D-LUX 5 and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) have 3.0" Fixed screens with 460k dot and 921k dot resolutions respectively.


      Viewfinder

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,760k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage.Leica D-LUX 5 does not have a built-in viewfinder but an optional electronic viewfinder can be attached.

      Sensor

      Leica D-LUX 5 features a 10.1 megapixel 1/1.63-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 8.07 x 5.56 mm and a total area of 44.9 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 12,800. 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

      Leica D-LUX 5 can take pictures up to 3648 x 2736 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3968 x 2232, 3776 x 2520, 3328 x 1872, 3168 x 2112, 3072 x 2304, 2784 x 1568, 2736 x 2736, 2656 x 1768, 2560 x 1920, 2304 x 2304, 2208 x 1248, 2112 x 1408, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1920, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1536 x 1536, 640 x 480, 480 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) can take pictures up to 4112 x 3088 resolution.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] 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

      Cameras have 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.


      External Storage Slots

      Leica D-LUX 5 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Leica D-LUX 5, and up to 1/4000 sec on Leica D-Lux (Typ 109). Leica D-LUX 5 can shoot continuously up to 2.5 fps. Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps.


      Flash

      Leica D-LUX 5 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 7.20 m and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount. 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 5 body has dimensions of 110 x 66 x 43 mm (4.33 x 2.6 x 1.69") and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) body has dimensions of 118 x 66 x 55 mm (4.65 x 2.6 x 2.17"). Leica D-LUX 5 weighs 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz) and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) weighs 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz).

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      110 mm

      66 mm

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      66 mm

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      43 mm

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      55 mm

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      Size comparisons of Leica D-LUX 5 and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Leica D-LUX 5 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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      POOR
      52
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
      •   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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      71
      •   Small Sensor
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      81
      •   Small Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot

      Street Photography

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      82
      •   Small Sensor
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz)
      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 Leica D-LUX 5 and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) and give them scores of 59 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.


      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
      68

      Sensor

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      AVERAGE
      55
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 10.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.8 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      71
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
      GOOD
      76
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps

      Video

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160

      Focusing

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      POOR
      52
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      73
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      GOOD
      75
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,760k dot

      Connectivity

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      POOR
      47
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots


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