Leica D-Lux 6 vs Leica D-Lux 7

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Leica D-Lux 6 and Leica D-Lux 7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Leica. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and D-Lux 7 (17MP) and the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D-Lux 6 was brought out 7 years earlier than the D-Lux 7 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Leica D-Lux 6 being a Compact camera and the Leica D-Lux 7 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the D-Lux 6 scores versus the D-Lux 7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 6 and Leica D-Lux 7. The entire galleries are available at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica D-Lux 6 offers exterior dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Leica D-Lux 7 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Examine the Leica D-Lux 6 and Leica D-Lux 7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the D-Lux 6 against the D-Lux 7.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 6 and D-Lux 7 is 86 and 81 respectively.

Usually, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux 6 and D-Lux 7.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The D-Lux 6 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Leica D-Lux 7 will deliver more detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older D-Lux 6 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.