Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Launched September 2012
- Previous Model is Leica D-LUX 5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 208g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Released June 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS20
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Leica D-Lux 6 and Panasonic ZS15, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and ZS15 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe D-Lux 6 was brought out 3 months later than the ZS15 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the D-Lux 6 scores versus the ZS15 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Panasonic ZS15
D-Lux 6 | ZS15 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Leica D-Lux 6
ZS15 | D-Lux 6 |
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Common features in the Leica D-Lux 6 and Panasonic ZS15
D-Lux 6 | ZS15 | |||
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Released | September 2012 | June 2012 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Leica D-Lux 6 comes with outer dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Check the Leica D-Lux 6 and Panasonic ZS15 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the D-Lux 6 compared to the ZS15.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 6 and ZS15 is 86 and 92 respectively.
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the D-Lux 6 and ZS15.
As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D-Lux 6 due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic ZS15 will show greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Leica D-Lux 6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica D-Lux 6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-09-17 | 2012-06-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
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 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 298 grams (0.66 lbs) | 208 grams (0.46 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 260 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $1,600 | $279 |