Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic FH7

Its time to look more closely at the Leica D-Lux 6 and Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and FH7 (16MP) and the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and FH7 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The D-Lux 6 was introduced 13 months after the FH7 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the D-Lux 6 grades versus the FH7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-Lux 6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The whole galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Leica D-Lux 6 enjoys physical 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) and the Panasonic FH7 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the D-Lux 6 versus the FH7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 6 and FH7 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The picture below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 6 and FH7.

All in all, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D-Lux 6 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FH7 will provide extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer D-Lux 6 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.