Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZS35
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZS35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Expand 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Released January 2014
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS30
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS40
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview
Here is a thorough assessment of the Leica D-Lux 6 and Panasonic ZS35, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and ZS35 (16MP) and the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and ZS35 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe D-Lux 6 was announced 15 months prior to the ZS35 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the D-Lux 6 grades against the ZS35 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZS35 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The whole galleries are available at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Panasonic ZS35
D-Lux 6 | ZS35 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Leica D-Lux 6
ZS35 | D-Lux 6 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | September 2012 | Fresher by 15 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Leica D-Lux 6 and Panasonic ZS35
D-Lux 6 | ZS35 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica D-Lux 6 has exterior measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica D-Lux 6 and Panasonic ZS35 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the D-Lux 6 compared to the ZS35.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 6 and ZS35 is 86 and 89 respectively.
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the D-Lux 6 and ZS35.
Plainly, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D-Lux 6 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS35 will result in greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older D-Lux 6 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications
Leica D-Lux 6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Panasonic |
Model type | Leica D-Lux 6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ55 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-09-17 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias 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 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 298 gr (0.66 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $1,600 | $300 |