Canon SX280 HS vs Leica D-Lux 6

Lets take a closer look at the Canon SX280 HS vs Leica D-Lux 6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the D-Lux 6 (10MP) is very similar but the SX280 HS (1/2.3") and D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") use different sensor size.

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The SX280 HS was introduced 7 months after the D-Lux 6 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX280 HS scores against the D-Lux 6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Leica D-Lux 6. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX280 HS features outside measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Leica D-Lux 6 has sizing of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX280 HS and the D-Lux 6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and D-Lux 6 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The picture underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX280 HS and D-Lux 6.

All in all, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX280 HS using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Canon SX280 HS will offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent SX280 HS should have an edge in sensor tech.