Leica CL vs Sony RX100 VI

Below, we are comparing the Leica CL versus Sony RX100 VI, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the CL (24MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is very comparable but the CL (APS-C) and RX100 VI (1") possess different sensor size.

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The CL was revealed 6 months prior to the RX100 VI so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Leica CL being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the CL matches up versus the RX100 VI in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica CL and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The full galleries are available at Leica CL Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica CL features physical measurements of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VI has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Leica CL versus Sony RX100 VI in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the CL and the RX100 VI.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the CL and RX100 VI is 82 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The image here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the CL and RX100 VI.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The CL using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Leica CL will produce greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively.