Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon L26

Here, we will be matching up the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Nikon L26, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and L26 (16MP) and the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and L26 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The D-Lux 6 was announced 8 months after the L26 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the D-Lux 6 grades vs the L26 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 6 and Nikon Coolpix L26. The whole galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Nikon L26 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux 6 features physical measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Nikon L26 has dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Nikon L26 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the D-Lux 6 vs the L26.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 6 and L26 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The picture here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D-Lux 6 and L26.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux 6 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon L26 will resolve more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger D-Lux 6 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.