The latest high-end, compact camera causing a buzz in the photography world is the Leica D-LUX Typ 109. The camera features a large sensor, traditional controls, and near-SLR quality photos. Leica has chosen not to market this camera as the D-Lux 7, instead they call it Typ 109, which is more consistent with their numbering system for the V-Lux cameras. Leica added a lot to the new model to warrant the price jump from $800 for the D-Lux 6 to $1200 for the 109. Thanks to a partnership with Panasonic, the camera shares many of the same features as Panasonic…