Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV

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      Specifications

      General Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      BrandLeicaSony
      ModelD-Lux (Typ 109)Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      Predecessor ModelSony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III
      Successor ModelLeica D-Lux 7 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V
      MSRP$1000/€1150
      Camera TypePoint & ShootPoint & Shoot
      Body TypeAdvanced CompactAdvanced Compact
      Video Capture
      Sensor Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      Sensor TypeStacked CMOS
      Sensor SizeMicro Four Thirds1-inch
      Sensor Dimensions17.3 x 13 mm13.2 x 8.8 mm
      Total Pixels16.8 Megapixel21.0 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels12.8 Megapixel20.1 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range200 - 25,600125 - 12,800
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 25,60080 - 25,600
      Photo Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      ProcessorBionz X
      Max Image Resolution4112 x 30885472 x 3648
      Other Resolutions3:2 (3888 x 2592, 2736 x 1824), 4:3 (4864 x 3648, 3648 x 2736, 2592 x 1944), 16:9 (5472 x 3080, 3648 x 2056, 2720 x 1528), 1:1 (3648 x 3648, 2544 x 2544, 1920 x 1920)
      Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsExtra fine, fine, standard
      Timelapse RecordingWith downloadable app
      WB Bracketing
      Focus Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Number of Focus Points4925
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      Focal Length8.8 - 25.7 mm
      35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range24 - 75 mm24 - 70 mm
      Optical Zoom3.1x2.9x
      Maximum Aperturef/1.7 - 2.8f/1.8 - 2.8
      Min Normal Focus Distance5 cm
      Min Macro Focus Distance3 cm5 cm
      Image Stabilization
      Screen Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      Screen TypeFixedTilting
      Screen TechnologyWhiteMagic TFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution921k dot1,229k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Viewfinder Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      ViewfinderElectronicElectronic
      Viewfinder Coverage100%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.7x0.59x
      Viewfinder Resolution2,760k dot2,359k dot
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +3
      Shutter Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      Min Shutter Speed60 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/2000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/32000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting11.0 fps16.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 14 fps at 20.2 MP
      Flash Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      Auto/Red-Eye Reduction
      Forced On
      Forced On/Red-Eye Reduction
      Off
      Slow Sync
      Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction
      Flash Range10.20 m at Auto ISO
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/2000 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash ConnectionShoe Mount
      Exposure Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Shutter Priority
      Exposure Compensation3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV increments)±3 (at 1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±3 (3 frames )
      DXO Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      DxO Low Light ISO562
      DxO Color Depth22.9
      DxO Dynamic Range12.6
      DxO Overall Score70
      Video Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
      Max Video Resolution3840 x 21603840 x 2160
      Webcam Functionality
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Terminals Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Connectivity Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      NFC
      Environmental Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity10 to 80%
      Physical Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      Dimensions118 x 66 x 55 mm (4.65 x 2.6 x 2.17")102 x 58 x 41 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.61")
      Weight (inc. batteries)405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.9 x 6.1 x 4.7"6.15 x 4.65 x 2.95"
      Package Weight2 lb1.245 lb
      Power and Storage Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      Battery PackNP-BX1
      Battery Life300 shots280 shots
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
      Other Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV
      Self TimerYes (2 or 10 sec)
      Orientation Sensor
      Electronic Level Gauge
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System


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