Fujifilm F200EXR vs Leica D-Lux 6

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm F200EXR and Leica D-Lux 6, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F200EXR (12MP) and the D-Lux 6 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm F200EXR (1/1.6") and D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm F200EXR was unveiled 4 years before the D-Lux 6 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm F200EXR grades vs the D-Lux 6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR and Leica D-Lux 6. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm F200EXR Gallery and Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F200EXR features physical dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Leica D-Lux 6 has dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm F200EXR and Leica D-Lux 6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm F200EXR versus the D-Lux 6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F200EXR and D-Lux 6 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F200EXR and D-Lux 6.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm F200EXR having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm F200EXR will produce more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm F200EXR will be behind with regard to sensor tech.