Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Leica D-LUX 5 and Nikon P7800 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Leica D-LUX 5 has external dimensions of 110 x 66 x 43 mm (4.33 x 2.6 x 1.69″) and weighs 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz) (including batteries). Nikon P7800 has external dimensions of 119 x 78 x 50 mm (4.69 x 3.07 x 1.97″) and weighs 399 g (0.88 lb / 14.07 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Leica D-LUX 5 and the Nikon P7800. Leica D-LUX 5 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 12mm shorter and 7mm thinner than Nikon P7800.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Leica D-LUX 5 and Nikon P7800.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Leica D-LUX 5 and Nikon P7800.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Leica D-LUX 5 is significantly lighter (128g ) than the Nikon P7800 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Leica D-LUX 5 nor Nikon Coolpix P7800 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Leica D-LUX 5 and Nikon P7800's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Nikon P7800 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Leica D-LUX 5's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to P7800.