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 Panasonic LX5 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). Panasonic LX5 has external dimensions of 110 x 65 x 43 mm (4.33 x 2.56 x 1.69″) and weighs 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Leica D-LUX 5 and the Panasonic LX5.
Comparison image of the Leica D-LUX 5 and the Panasonic LX5 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Leica D-LUX 5 and Panasonic LX5.
Comparison image of the Leica D-LUX 5 and the Panasonic LX5 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Leica D-LUX 5 and Panasonic LX5.
Top View Comparison image of the Leica D-LUX 5 and the Panasonic LX5 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Leica D-LUX 5 and Panasonic LX5 have exactly the same weight of 271g.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Leica D-LUX 5 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 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 Panasonic LX5's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
