Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax MX-1
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax MX-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Announced September 2012
- Replaced the Leica D-LUX 5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 391g - 122 x 61 x 51mm
- Announced July 2013
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax MX-1 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Leica and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/1.7").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe D-Lux 6 was manufactured 9 months before the MX-1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the D-Lux 6 scores versus the MX-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax MX-1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-Lux 6 and Pentax MX-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Pentax MX-1
D-Lux 6 | MX-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax MX-1 over the Leica D-Lux 6
MX-1 | D-Lux 6 | |||
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Announced | July 2013 | September 2012 | Fresher by 9 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Leica D-Lux 6 and Pentax MX-1
D-Lux 6 | MX-1 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 920k | 920k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax MX-1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Leica D-Lux 6 offers physical dimensions 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 Pentax MX-1 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).
Look at the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Pentax MX-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the D-Lux 6 and the MX-1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 6 and MX-1 is 86 and 84 respectively.
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax MX-1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D-Lux 6 and MX-1.
As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax MX-1 to result in greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older D-Lux 6 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax MX-1 Specifications
Leica D-Lux 6 | Pentax MX-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Pentax |
Model type | Leica D-Lux 6 | Pentax MX-1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-09-17 | 2013-07-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Speed sync, Trailing Curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 298 gr (0.66 pounds) | 391 gr (0.86 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 122 x 61 x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 208 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | 290 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-Li-106 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $1,600 | $400 |