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 7 and Pentax RS1500 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Leica D-Lux 7 has external dimensions of 118 x 66 x 64 mm (4.65 x 2.6 x 2.52″) and weighs 403 g (0.89 lb / 14.22 oz) (including batteries). Pentax RS1500 has external dimensions of 114 x 58 x 28 mm (4.49 x 2.28 x 1.1″) and weighs 157 g (0.35 lb / 5.54 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Leica D-Lux 7 and the Pentax RS1500. Pentax RS1500 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 4mm narrower, 8mm shorter and 36mm thinner than Leica D-Lux 7.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Leica D-Lux 7 and Pentax RS1500.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Leica D-Lux 7 and Pentax RS1500.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Pentax RS1500 is significantly lighter (246g ) than the Leica D-Lux 7 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the RS1500, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the D-Lux 7.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Leica D-Lux 7's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Pentax RS1500's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.