Reasons to choose Digilux
Released in 1998, Digilux has about 31 mm² of sensor area, 1.3 MP effective resolution, and a 260 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Leica Digilux
vs Leica Digilux Zoom
VS
Sensor area
31 mm²
Digilux31 mm²
Digilux Zoom- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Digilux and Digilux Zoom have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 2 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
DigiluxMetricDigilux Zoom
1.3 MPEffective pixels1.3 MP
6.4 × 4.8Sensor6.4 × 4.8
4.86 µmPixel pitch4.86 µm
23.63 µm²Pixel area23.63 µm²
4.23 MP/cm²Pixel density4.23 MP/cm²
5.41Crop factor5.41
—Maximum video—
260 gWeight270 g
SmartMediaStorageSmartMedia
Lithium-Ion (NP-100) Li-ion batteryBatteryLithium-Ion (NP-80) Li-ion battery
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Digilux and Digilux Zoom have the same sensor area. The Digilux has the lighter body. The Digilux and Digilux Zoom have the same effective resolution. The Digilux Zoom is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Digilux Zoom
Released in 2000, Digilux Zoom has about 31 mm² of sensor area, 1.3 MP effective resolution, and a 270 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.