Leica D-Lux 6 vs Olympus TG-3

Following is a detailed review of the Leica D-Lux 6 and Olympus TG-3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Leica and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and TG-3 (16MP) and the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and TG-3 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The D-Lux 6 was introduced 18 months earlier than the TG-3 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the D-Lux 6 grades vs the TG-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 6 & Olympus Tough TG-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Olympus TG-3 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica D-Lux 6 features exterior 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) while the Olympus TG-3 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Leica D-Lux 6 and Olympus TG-3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the D-Lux 6 vs the TG-3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D-Lux 6 and TG-3 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 6 and TG-3.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux 6 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus TG-3 will render extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged D-Lux 6 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.