Casio EX-Z280 vs Leica D-Lux 6

On this page, we are looking at the Casio EX-Z280 and Leica D-Lux 6, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Leica. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the D-Lux 6 (10MP) is very comparable but the EX-Z280 (1/2.3") and D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") boast different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z280 was introduced 4 years earlier than the D-Lux 6 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-Z280 scores vs the D-Lux 6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 & Leica D-Lux 6. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery & Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 features outside measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Leica D-Lux 6 has measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z280 against the D-Lux 6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and D-Lux 6 is 96 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and D-Lux 6.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z280 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Casio EX-Z280 will show more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.