Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon L810

Let's take a deeper look at the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Nikon L810, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and L810 (16MP) and the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and L810 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The D-Lux 6 was introduced 8 months after the L810 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the D-Lux 6 scores against the L810 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 6 and Nikon Coolpix L810. The whole galleries are available at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Nikon L810 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux 6 has got external dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Nikon L810 has dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).

Analyze the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Nikon L810 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the D-Lux 6 and the L810.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 6 and L810 is 86 and 74 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D-Lux 6 and L810.

Clearly, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux 6 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon L810 will offer you greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger D-Lux 6 provides an edge in sensor tech.