Canon SX150 IS vs Leica D-Lux 6
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Canon SX150 IS vs Leica D-Lux 6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Launched May 2012
- Previous Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Refreshed by Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Announced September 2012
- Superseded the Leica D-LUX 5

Canon SX150 IS vs Leica D-Lux 6 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX150 IS versus Leica D-Lux 6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Leica. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX150 IS (14MP) and D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizes.

The SX150 IS was revealed 4 months prior to the D-Lux 6 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the SX150 IS scores versus the D-Lux 6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX150 IS vs Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Leica D-Lux 6. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Leica D-Lux 6
SX150 IS | D-Lux 6 |
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Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Canon SX150 IS
D-Lux 6 | SX150 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Leica D-Lux 6
SX150 IS | D-Lux 6 | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | ![]() | September 2012 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs Leica D-Lux 6 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS has got outside measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Leica D-Lux 6 has specifications of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX150 IS versus Leica D-Lux 6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX150 IS vs the D-Lux 6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and D-Lux 6 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Leica D-Lux 6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and D-Lux 6.
As you can see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX150 IS using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Canon SX150 IS will render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Leica D-Lux 6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Leica D-Lux 6 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Leica D-Lux 6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Leica |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Leica D-Lux 6 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-05-14 | 2012-09-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/1.4-2.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 8.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306 gr (0.67 lbs) | 298 gr (0.66 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 photos | 330 photos |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $249 | $1,600 |