Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon S9100

Lets examine more in depth at the Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon S9100, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and S9100 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D-Lux 6 was released 15 months later than the S9100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the D-Lux 6 grades versus the S9100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 6 and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The complete galleries are available at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux 6 comes with external measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Nikon S9100 has dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon S9100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the D-Lux 6 and the S9100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D-Lux 6 and S9100 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 6 and S9100.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D-Lux 6 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon S9100 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer D-Lux 6 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.