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 Panasonic LX5 and Leica D-LUX 5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. 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). 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).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic LX5 and the Leica D-LUX 5.
Comparison image of the Panasonic LX5 and the Leica D-LUX 5 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic LX5 and Leica D-LUX 5.
Comparison image of the Panasonic LX5 and the Leica D-LUX 5 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic LX5 and Leica D-LUX 5.
Top View Comparison image of the Panasonic LX5 and the Leica D-LUX 5 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic LX5 and Leica D-LUX 5 have exactly the same weight of 271g.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 nor Leica D-LUX 5 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
Panasonic LX5 and Leica D-LUX 5'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.
