Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic SZ8

Here, we will be contrasting the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Panasonic SZ8, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Leica and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and SZ8 (16MP) and the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and SZ8 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The D-Lux 6 was unveiled 15 months prior to the SZ8 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the D-Lux 6 scores against the SZ8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-Lux 6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica D-Lux 6 enjoys physical measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ8 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Panasonic SZ8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the D-Lux 6 compared to the SZ8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 6 and SZ8 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The image below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 6 and SZ8.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D-Lux 6 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic SZ8 will result in more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D-Lux 6 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.