Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon S3500

Lets examine more closely at the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Nikon S3500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and S3500 (20MP) and the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and S3500 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The D-Lux 6 was unveiled 5 months prior to the S3500 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the D-Lux 6 grades against the S3500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-Lux 6 and Nikon Coolpix S3500. The full galleries are available at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Nikon S3500 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica D-Lux 6 has outer measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Nikon S3500 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Nikon S3500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the D-Lux 6 vs the S3500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 6 and S3500 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The visual underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 6 and S3500.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D-Lux 6 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon S3500 will offer you extra detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.