Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZR1

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and ZR1 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The D-Lux 6 was brought out 3 years after the ZR1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the D-Lux 6 matches up versus the ZR1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica D-Lux 6 provides exterior 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 ZR1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZR1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the D-Lux 6 against the ZR1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 6 and ZR1 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D-Lux 6 and ZR1.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux 6 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic ZR1 will offer you more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer D-Lux 6 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.