Leica D-Lux 6 vs Leica Digilux 3

Here is a detailed overview of the Leica D-Lux 6 vs Leica Digilux 3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR and they are both manufactured by Leica. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and Digilux 3 (7MP) and the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and Digilux 3 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The D-Lux 6 was launched 6 years later than the Digilux 3 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Leica D-Lux 6 being a Compact camera and the Leica Digilux 3 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the D-Lux 6 scores against the Digilux 3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-Lux 6 and Leica Digilux 3. The complete galleries are available at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Leica Digilux 3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux 6 has got 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) and the Leica Digilux 3 has dimensions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Analyze the Leica D-Lux 6 vs Leica Digilux 3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the D-Lux 6 against the Digilux 3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 6 and Digilux 3 is 86 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D-Lux 6 and Digilux 3.

Plainly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D-Lux 6 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Leica D-Lux 6 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger D-Lux 6 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.