Casio EX-Z450 vs Leica D-Lux 6

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Casio EX-Z450 vs Leica D-Lux 6, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Leica. The image resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the D-Lux 6 (10MP) is fairly similar but the EX-Z450 (1/2.3") and D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") use totally different sensor size.

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The EX-Z450 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the D-Lux 6 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-Z450 grades vs the D-Lux 6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Leica D-Lux 6. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z450 comes with physical measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z450 against the D-Lux 6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z450 and D-Lux 6 is 96 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and D-Lux 6.

All in all, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z450 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Casio EX-Z450 will offer you more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The older EX-Z450 is going to be behind in sensor technology.