Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica D-Lux 6

Lets look closer at the Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica D-Lux 6, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the D-Lux 6 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was released about the same time to the D-Lux 6 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm XF1 grades versus the D-Lux 6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XF1 and Leica D-Lux 6. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery and Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XF1 features outer measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Leica D-Lux 6 has sizing of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica D-Lux 6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 compared to the D-Lux 6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XF1 and D-Lux 6 is 90 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XF1 and D-Lux 6.

To sum up, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XF1 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm XF1 will give extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.