Leica D-Lux 6 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

Here, we will be comparing the Leica D-Lux 6 and Olympus SP-600 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Leica and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is pretty well matched but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and SP-600 UZ (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The D-Lux 6 was revealed 2 years later than the SP-600 UZ and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the D-Lux 6 matches up versus the SP-600 UZ when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 6 and Olympus SP-600 UZ. The full galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica D-Lux 6 provides exterior measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Olympus SP-600 UZ has proportions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

See the Leica D-Lux 6 and Olympus SP-600 UZ in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the D-Lux 6 versus the SP-600 UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the D-Lux 6 and SP-600 UZ is 86 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The visual here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D-Lux 6 and SP-600 UZ.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D-Lux 6 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Olympus SP-600 UZ will give you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger D-Lux 6 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.