Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon S31
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon S31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Revealed September 2012
- Superseded the Leica D-LUX 5
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F) lens
- 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
- Announced June 2013
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Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Leica D-Lux 6 and Nikon S31, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the S31 (10MP) is relatively close but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and S31 (1/2.9") possess different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe D-Lux 6 was launched 9 months earlier than the S31 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the D-Lux 6 grades vs the S31 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Nikon S31
| D-Lux 6 | S31 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Leica D-Lux 6
| S31 | D-Lux 6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | June 2013 |  | September 2012 | More modern by 9 months |
Common features in the Leica D-Lux 6 and Nikon S31
| D-Lux 6 | S31 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon S31 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica D-Lux 6 features outside 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 S31 has proportions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the D-Lux 6 and the S31.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 6 and S31 is 86 and 90 respectively.
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon S31 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 6 and S31.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The D-Lux 6 features the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF easier. The more aged D-Lux 6 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon S31 Specifications
| Leica D-Lux 6 | Nikon Coolpix S31 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Leica | Nikon |
| Model type | Leica D-Lux 6 | Nikon Coolpix S31 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2012-09-17 | 2013-06-21 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.9" |
| Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 4.96 x 3.72mm |
| Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 18.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 7.3 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
| Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 8.50 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 298g (0.66 lbs) | 185g (0.41 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 330 photographs | 260 photographs |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $1,600 | $90 |