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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Leica D-Lux 6

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 front
 
Leica D-Lux 6 front
Portability
86
Imaging
34
Features
60
Overall
44

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Leica D-Lux 6 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
  • 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
  • Launched June 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix JZ505
Leica D-Lux 6
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
  • 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
  • Revealed September 2012
  • Superseded the Leica D-LUX 5
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Leica D-Lux 6 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Leica D-Lux 6, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the JZ500 (14MP) and D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the JZ500 (1/2.3") and D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The JZ500 was announced 3 years before the D-Lux 6 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the JZ500 grades versus the D-Lux 6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Leica D-Lux 6

 JZ500 D-Lux 6 

Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the FujiFilm JZ500

 D-Lux 6 JZ500 
RevealedSeptember 2012June 2010More modern by 27 months
Manual focus Dial accurate focus
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kCrisper screen (+690k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ500 and Leica D-Lux 6

 JZ500 D-Lux 6 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Leica D-Lux 6 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm JZ500 features exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Leica D-Lux 6 has specifications of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Leica D-Lux 6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the JZ500 compared to the D-Lux 6.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Leica D-Lux 6 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ500 and D-Lux 6 is 93 and 86 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Leica D-Lux 6 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Leica D-Lux 6 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The image here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ500 and D-Lux 6.

All in all, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The JZ500 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the FujiFilm JZ500 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged JZ500 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Leica D-Lux 6 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Leica D-Lux 6 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ500 vs Leica D-Lux 6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 as a Portrait photography camera
Leica D-Lux 6 as a Portrait photography camera
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
40
has manual focus
supports RAW formats
low resolution (10MP)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Street photography with Leica D-Lux 6
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
58
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/1.7")
heavier than competition in class (298 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm JZ500
Sports photography with Leica D-Lux 6
34
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
42
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has tracking autofocus
great battery pack (330 shots)
low resolution (10MP)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Travel photography highlights
Leica D-Lux 6 Travel photography highlights
67
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
great reach (280mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
64
great battery pack (330 shots)
has built in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.4)
heavier than competition in class (298 grams)
low resolution (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ500 Landscape photography details
Leica D-Lux 6 Landscape photography details
37
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
57
has manual focus
relatively wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.4)
nice screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
great battery pack (330 per charge)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
low resolution (10MP)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm JZ500
Vlogging with Leica D-Lux 6
28
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic jack
32
relatively wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.4)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic port
heavier than competition in class (298 grams)
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FujiFilm JZ500 vs Leica D-Lux 6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ500 and Leica D-Lux 6
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ500Leica D-Lux 6
General Information
Make FujiFilm Leica
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 Leica D-Lux 6
Other name FinePix JZ505 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-06-16 2012-09-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/1.7"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 7.44 x 5.58mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 41.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 12800
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 23
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 24-90mm (3.8x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-5.6 f/1.4-2.3
Macro focusing range 2cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 4.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic (optional)
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 11.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 8.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lbs) 298 grams (0.66 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 330 pictures
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images))
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail price $230 $1,600