Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon AW100

In this write-up, we are comparing the Leica D-Lux 6 and Nikon AW100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Leica and Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and AW100 (16MP) and the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and AW100 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The D-Lux 6 was revealed 13 months after the AW100 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the D-Lux 6 matches up against the AW100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-Lux 6 & Nikon Coolpix AW100. The full galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Nikon AW100 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Leica D-Lux 6 provides outer measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW100 has sizing of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Leica D-Lux 6 and Nikon AW100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the D-Lux 6 versus the AW100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 6 and AW100 is 86 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 6 and AW100.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux 6 using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Nikon AW100 will give you greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern D-Lux 6 will have an edge in sensor innovation.