Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic FX580

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Leica D-Lux 6 and Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and FX580 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The D-Lux 6 was announced 3 years later than the FX580 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the D-Lux 6 grades vs the FX580 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Leica D-Lux 6 features outer measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX580 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the D-Lux 6 against the FX580.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 6 and FX580 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 6 and FX580.

To sum up, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D-Lux 6 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic FX580 will give you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern D-Lux 6 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.