Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon P7700

Here, we will be contrasting the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Nikon P7700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the P7700 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/1.7").

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The D-Lux 6 was brought out 8 months before the P7700 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the D-Lux 6 scores vs the P7700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 6 & Nikon Coolpix P7700. The entire galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Nikon P7700 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Leica D-Lux 6 provides outside 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 P7700 has sizing of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") with a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Check out the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Nikon P7700 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the D-Lux 6 compared to the P7700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 6 and P7700 is 86 and 82 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux 6 and P7700.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon P7700 to render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D-Lux 6 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.