Leica C-Lux vs Nikon Z6

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Leica C-Lux and Nikon Z6, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the C-Lux (20MP) and the Z6 (25MP) is relatively similar but the C-Lux (1") and Z6 (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The C-Lux was launched 2 months earlier than the Z6 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Leica C-Lux being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon Z6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the C-Lux scores against the Z6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica C-Lux & Nikon Z6. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica C-Lux Gallery & Nikon Z6 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica C-Lux features outer measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z6 has proportions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica C-Lux and Nikon Z6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the C-Lux against the Z6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C-Lux and Z6 is 85 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the C-Lux and Z6.

Clearly, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The C-Lux because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Nikon Z6 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.