Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic LF1
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic LF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Revealed September 2012
- Succeeded the Leica D-LUX 5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Launched November 2013

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic LF1 Overview
The following is a extensive assessment of the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/1.7").

The D-Lux 6 was revealed 14 months prior to the LF1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the D-Lux 6 matches up vs the LF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic LF1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The full galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Panasonic LF1
D-Lux 6 | LF1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Leica D-Lux 6
LF1 | D-Lux 6 | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | ![]() | September 2012 | Newer by 14 months |
Common features in the Leica D-Lux 6 and Panasonic LF1
D-Lux 6 | LF1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 920k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic LF1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica D-Lux 6 has outer measurements 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 LF1 has proportions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Contrast the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Panasonic LF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the D-Lux 6 compared to the LF1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 6 and LF1 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic LF1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The picture here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 6 and LF1.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic LF1 to give more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged D-Lux 6 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic LF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic LF1 Specifications
Leica D-Lux 6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica D-Lux 6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-09-17 | 2013-11-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 298 gr (0.66 lb) | 192 gr (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 211 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 250 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $1,600 | $500 |