Canon 6D vs Leica Digilux 3

The following is a thorough comparison of the Canon 6D vs Leica Digilux 3, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the 6D (20MP) and Digilux 3 (7MP) and the 6D (Full frame) and Digilux 3 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor size.

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The 6D was launched 6 years after the Digilux 3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 6D grades versus the Digilux 3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 6D and Leica Digilux 3. The complete galleries are available at Canon 6D Gallery and Leica Digilux 3 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon 6D features outer measurements of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") and a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Leica Digilux 3 has specifications of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Check out the Canon 6D vs Leica Digilux 3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 6D versus the Digilux 3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 6D and Digilux 3 is 59 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 6D and Digilux 3.

Plainly, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 6D because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon 6D will give greater detail utilizing its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger 6D is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.