Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon L22

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Nikon L22, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the L22 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and L22 (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The D-Lux 6 was introduced 2 years after the L22 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the D-Lux 6 scores vs the L22 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-Lux 6 and Nikon Coolpix L22. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Nikon L22 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica D-Lux 6 provides outside measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Nikon L22 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Nikon L22 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the D-Lux 6 versus the L22.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D-Lux 6 and L22 is 86 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 6 and L22.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux 6 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon L22 will give more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger D-Lux 6 provides an advantage in sensor technology.