Leica D-LUX (Typ 109) vs Pentax K-1 II

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Leica D-LUX (Typ 109) vs Pentax K-1 II

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4/3 224.9mm²
12.8 megapixels
24.00mm - 75.00mm (35mm eq.)

Go in depth with our full Leica D-LUX (Typ 109) Review.

35mm 861.6mm²
36.4 megapixels
ISO 100 - 819,200

Go in depth with our full Pentax K-1 II Review.
How does it shoot? Pentax K-1 II in the real world.
See real-world photos taken with the K-1 II.
Compare Pentax K-1 II image quality against competitors.
What’s the bottom line? Read our Pentax K-1 II conclusion.

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Differences

Leica D-LUX (Typ 109) advantages over Pentax K-1 II

Less expensive
$875* vs $1997
Save money for lenses or accessories
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 85 mm
Thinner
Lighter weight
405g vs 1010g
Lighter weight
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

Pentax K-1 II advantages over Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)

Larger sensor
35mm vs 4/3
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 4.88 vs 3.86 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Tiltable Screen
Tiltable vs Fixed
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
High resolution composite
Yes vs No
Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
Built-in GPS
GPS vs None
Geotag your photos
External Mic Jack
Jack vs No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Newer
7 years vs 10 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
More pixels
36.4 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
Optional anti-aliasing filter
Optional vs Fixed
Lets you choose sharper photos or reduced moiré
Higher extended ISO
819200 vs 25000 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Both provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
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
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Internal flash
Neither provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
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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Review Excerpt

We haven’t reviewed the Leica D-LUX (Typ 109).
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Excellent build and comfortable handling; Bright, roomy viewfinder and articulated LCD; Great image quality; Good performance for the class; In-camera stabilization, GPS and Wi-Fi; Incredibly feature-rich design.
Bulkier than APS-C DSLRs; Top ISOs are for the spec sheet, not the real world; JPEGs are a bit punchy by default; Slow startup; Below-average battery life; Only a relatively modest update to the K-1.
Read our Pentax K-1 II Review

The Competition

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

Pentax K-1 II

Panasonic LX100

$1747
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$598
4/3

Less expensive
Shoot 4K video

Compare Pentax K-1 II 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

Pentax K-1 II

Canon G5X

$1747
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$700
1 inch

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Pentax K-1 II vs Canon G5X

Compared to Canon 5D Mark IV

Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)

Canon 5D Mark IV

$875
4/3

Less expensive
Focus peaking

$2249
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Leica D-LUX (Typ 109) vs Canon 5D Mark IV

Pentax K-1 II

Canon 5D Mark IV

$1747
35mm

Less expensive
Focus peaking

$2249
35mm

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

Compare Pentax K-1 II vs Canon 5D Mark IV

Compared to Nikon D850

Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)

Nikon D850

$875
4/3

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$2464
35mm

Larger sensor
Touchscreen

Compare Leica D-LUX (Typ 109) vs Nikon D850

Pentax K-1 II

Nikon D850

$1747
35mm

In-Camera Image Stabilization
High resolution composite

$2464
35mm

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

Compare Pentax K-1 II vs Nikon D850

Compared to Panasonic LX100 II

Leica D-LUX (Typ 109)

Panasonic LX100 II

$875
4/3

Bigger pixels
Has anti-aliasing filter

$898
4/3

Touchscreen
Built-in Bluetooth

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

Pentax K-1 II

Panasonic LX100 II

$1747
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$898
4/3

Less expensive
Shoot 4K video

Compare Pentax K-1 II vs Panasonic LX100 II

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