Canon SX170 IS vs Leica D-Lux 6

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX170 IS vs Leica D-Lux 6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Leica. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the SX170 IS (1/2.3") and D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX170 IS was introduced 12 months after the D-Lux 6 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX170 IS matches up vs the D-Lux 6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Leica D-Lux 6. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS has got outer measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Leica D-Lux 6 has specifications of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX170 IS vs Leica D-Lux 6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX170 IS against the D-Lux 6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX170 IS and D-Lux 6 is 88 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX170 IS and D-Lux 6.

All in all, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX170 IS with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Canon SX170 IS will offer more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX170 IS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.