Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic FH1

In this article, we are reviewing the Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is very comparable but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and FH1 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The D-Lux 6 was unveiled 2 years after the FH1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the D-Lux 6 matches up vs the FH1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-Lux 6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The full galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Leica D-Lux 6 has physical dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic FH1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the D-Lux 6 compared to the FH1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 6 and FH1 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux 6 and FH1.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux 6 having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FH1 will produce extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger D-Lux 6 provides a benefit in sensor technology.