Leica D-Lux 6 vs Nikon S9700

On this page, we will be matching up the Leica D-Lux 6 and Nikon S9700, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Leica and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and S9700 (16MP) and the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and S9700 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The D-Lux 6 was manufactured 16 months earlier than the S9700 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the D-Lux 6 scores vs the S9700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-Lux 6 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica D-Lux 6 comes with exterior measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9700 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Examine the Leica D-Lux 6 and Nikon S9700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the D-Lux 6 and the S9700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the D-Lux 6 and S9700 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 6 and S9700.

As you can see, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The D-Lux 6 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon S9700 will give greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older D-Lux 6 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.