• 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 12.8 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 75.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 366.6mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600

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Differences

Leica D-LUX (Typ 109) advantages over Nikon D7200

  • Less expensive
    $875* vs $1613
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Thinner
    55 mm vs 76 mm
    Thinner
  • More viewfinder magnification
    0.70x vs 0.63x
    Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/8000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Nikon D7200 advantages over Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 4/3
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • More pixels
    24.2 vs 12.8 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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  • Rugged, weather-sealed body; Great ergonomics and loads of controls; Accurate optical viewfinder; Excellent image quality; Decent burst speed; Swift autofocus; Generous buffer depths; Superb battery life

  • Mixes plastic and magnesium-alloy panels on exterior; LCD monitor can't be tilted or swiveled; Presents a steep learning curve; No focus peaking in live view; Video mode feels a bit of an afterthought; New Wi-Fi features are rough around the edges

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The Competition

Compared to Nikon D7500

Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)
Nikon D7500
  • $875
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $864
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Touchscreen

Compare Leica D-LUX (Typ 109) vs Nikon D7500

Nikon D7200
Nikon D7500
  • $1016
  • APS-C
  • NFC
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $864
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Nikon D7200 vs Nikon D7500

Compared to Sony A77 II

Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)
Sony A77 II
  • $875
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Leica D-LUX (Typ 109) vs Sony A77 II

Nikon D7200
Sony A77 II
  • $1016
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Fast startup
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking

Compare Nikon D7200 vs Sony A77 II

Compared to Panasonic LX100

Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)
Panasonic LX100
  • $875
  • 4/3
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
  • $598
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter

Compare Leica D-LUX (Typ 109) vs Panasonic LX100

Nikon D7200
Panasonic LX100
  • $1016
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Fast startup
  • $598
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive

Compare Nikon D7200 vs Panasonic LX100

Compared to Canon G5X

Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)
Canon G5X
  • $875
  • 4/3
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $700
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Leica D-LUX (Typ 109) vs Canon G5X

Nikon D7200
Canon G5X
  • $1016
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $700
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Nikon D7200 vs Canon G5X

Compared to Canon 80D

Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)
Canon 80D
  • $875
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $935
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor

Compare Leica D-LUX (Typ 109) vs Canon 80D

Nikon D7200
Canon 80D
  • $1016
  • APS-C
  • Higher effective ISO
  • More dynamic range
  • $935
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Nikon D7200 vs Canon 80D

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