Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6
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![Leica C front Leica C front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-C/Leica-C-front.jpg)
![Leica D-Lux 6 front Leica D-Lux 6 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-D-Lux-6/Leica-D-Lux-6-front.jpg)
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Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 103 x 63 x 28mm
- Launched September 2013
- Also Known as Typ112
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Released September 2012
- Replaced the Leica D-LUX 5
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Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are built by Leica. The image resolution of the C (12MP) and the D-Lux 6 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/1.7").
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The C was introduced 12 months after the D-Lux 6 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the C grades versus the D-Lux 6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica C and Leica D-Lux 6. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica C Gallery and Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica C over the Leica D-Lux 6
C | D-Lux 6 | |||
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Released | September 2013 | ![]() | September 2012 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Leica C
D-Lux 6 | C |
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Common features in the Leica C and Leica D-Lux 6
C | D-Lux 6 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 920k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica C has got outer measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Leica D-Lux 6 has sizing of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Contrast the Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the C against the D-Lux 6.
![Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 size comparison Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-C-vs-Leica-D-Lux-6-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the C and D-Lux 6 is 92 and 86 respectively.
![Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 top view buttons comparison Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-C-vs-Leica-D-Lux-6-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The pic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the C and D-Lux 6.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Leica C to give extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher C provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
![Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 sensor size comparison Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-C-vs-Leica-D-Lux-6-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-C-vs-Leica-D-Lux-6-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6 Specifications
Leica C | Leica D-Lux 6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Leica |
Model type | Leica C | Leica D-Lux 6 |
Also Known as | Typ112 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-09-08 | 2012-09-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/1.4-2.3 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 1 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 8.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 195g (0.43 lbs) | 298g (0.66 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 63 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" 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 | 250 shots | 330 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $1,299 | $1,600 |