Casio EX-100 vs Leica D-Lux 6
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Casio EX-100 vs Leica D-Lux 6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3.5" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/20000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 389g - 119 x 67 x 50mm
- Introduced February 2014
(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
- Earlier Model is Leica D-LUX 5

Casio EX-100 vs Leica D-Lux 6 Overview
Below is a detailed analysis of the Casio EX-100 vs Leica D-Lux 6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Leica. The resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the D-Lux 6 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/1.7").

The EX-100 was revealed 17 months later than the D-Lux 6 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-100 matches up against the D-Lux 6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-100 vs Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Leica D-Lux 6. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-100 over the Leica D-Lux 6
EX-100 | D-Lux 6 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | September 2012 | More recent by 17 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+2k dot) |
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Casio EX-100
D-Lux 6 | EX-100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-100 and Leica D-Lux 6
EX-100 | D-Lux 6 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-100 vs Leica D-Lux 6 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-100 offers physical dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") having a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Leica D-Lux 6 has proportions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-100 vs Leica D-Lux 6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-100 against the D-Lux 6.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-100 and D-Lux 6 is 83 and 86 respectively.

Casio EX-100 vs Leica D-Lux 6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-100 and D-Lux 6.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Casio EX-100 to produce greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent EX-100 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-100 vs Leica D-Lux 6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-100 vs Leica D-Lux 6 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-100 | Leica D-Lux 6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Leica |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-100 | Leica D-Lux 6 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-02-06 | 2012-09-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4-2.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/20000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 30.0 frames per sec | 11.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.10 m | 8.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, redeye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 389 gr (0.86 lb) | 298 gr (0.66 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 67 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") | 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 | 390 photographs | 330 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $572 | $1,600 |