Leica C vs Leica D-Lux 6
92 Imaging
37 Features
59 Overall
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86 Imaging
35 Features
60 Overall
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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

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").

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.

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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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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 |