Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Leica D-Lux 6

Here is a extensive overview of the Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Leica D-Lux 6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the D-Lux 6 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the ELPH 530 HS (1/2.3") and D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") offer different sensor sizes.

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The ELPH 530 HS was announced 7 months earlier than the D-Lux 6 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ELPH 530 HS grades against the D-Lux 6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Leica D-Lux 6. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 530 HS offers external dimensions of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Leica D-Lux 6 has dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Leica D-Lux 6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 530 HS versus the D-Lux 6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 530 HS and D-Lux 6 is 95 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The visual below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 530 HS and D-Lux 6.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The ELPH 530 HS contains the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field trickier. The older ELPH 530 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.