The Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) is a rebadged Panasonic Lumix LX100 with Leica branding, released in 2014. It shares the same 4/3" MOS sensor and Leica DC Vario-Summilux 24-75mm f/1.7-2.8 lens, adding Leica firmware tuning and distinctive styling. It has been succeeded by the Leica D-Lux 7.
Best for: Photographers who want premium Leica aesthetics and color rendering in a large-sensor compact
Pros
- Leica color science and firmware tuning
- Same excellent f/1.7 Summilux optics
- 4K video capability
- Built-in EVF
Cons
- Significant price premium over the equivalent Panasonic
- No touchscreen
- Fixed lens
Specifications
| Body | |
| Brand | Leica |
| Status | discontinued |
| Released | 2014-09 |
| Weight | 354g |
| Dimensions | 115 × 66 × 55mm |
| Weather sealed | No |
| Screen | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 921k dots |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Lens | |
| Focal length (equiv.) | 24–75mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.7–2.8 |
| Optical zoom | 3.1× |
| Lens name | Leica DC Vario-Summilux 24-75mm f/1.7-2.8 ASPH |
| OIS | Yes |
| Sensor | |
| Description | 12.8MP Four Thirds MOS (multi-aspect) |
| Megapixels | 12.8MP |
| Resolution | 4112 × 3088 |
| ISO range (native) | 100–25600 |
| Viewfinder | |
| EVF | Yes |
| EVF resolution | 1.166MP |
| EVF magnification | 0.7x |
| Autofocus | |
| Phase detect | No |
| Subject recognition | No |
| Subject types | |
| AF points | 49 |
| Shooting | |
| Max mechanical shutter | 1/4000 |
| Max electronic shutter | 1/16000 |
| Burst (mechanical) | 11 fps |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 300 shots |
| Video | |
| 4K | Yes |
| 4K 60fps | No |
| Log | No |
| Ports & storage | |
| Card slots | 1 |
| Card type | SD UHS-I |
| HDMI | micro |
| USB | micro USB 2.0 |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Mic port | No |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No |
| GPS | No |
| NFC | Yes |
| Battery | DMW-BLB13 |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | N/A |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) weather sealed?
No. The Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) does not have weather sealing. Take care in rain or dusty conditions.
Does the Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) shoot 4K video?
Yes. The Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) records 4K video at up to 30fps.
Does the Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) have phase-detect autofocus?
No. The Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) uses contrast-detect autofocus. It is slower to lock on to moving subjects than phase-detect systems.
How much does the Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) weigh?
The Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) weighs 354g (body only, with battery and card).
Is the Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) still worth buying?
The Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has been succeeded by the Leica D-Lux 7. The newer model improves on AF performance, sensor, and video specs. At a reduced second-hand price the Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) remains a capable body, but the Leica D-Lux 7 is the better long-term buy if the budget allows.