Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax P80
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax P80 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
- Introduced September 2012
- Older Model is Leica D-LUX 5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 125g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed August 2009
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax P80 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Leica D-Lux 6 and Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Pentax. The image resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the P80 (12MP) is relatively close but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and P80 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe D-Lux 6 was released 3 years after the P80 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the D-Lux 6 matches up vs the P80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax P80 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-Lux 6 and Pentax Optio P80. The complete galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Pentax P80
D-Lux 6 | P80 | |||
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Revealed | September 2012 | August 2009 | Newer by 38 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Leica D-Lux 6
P80 | D-Lux 6 |
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Common features in the Leica D-Lux 6 and Pentax P80
D-Lux 6 | P80 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax P80 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Leica D-Lux 6 enjoys external 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 Pentax P80 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica D-Lux 6 and Pentax P80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the D-Lux 6 and the P80.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 6 and P80 is 86 and 95 respectively.
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax P80 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux 6 and P80.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D-Lux 6 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Pentax P80 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer D-Lux 6 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax P80 Specifications
Leica D-Lux 6 | Pentax Optio P80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Pentax |
Model type | Leica D-Lux 6 | Pentax Optio P80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-09-17 | 2009-08-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | f/2.6-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 298 gr (0.66 lb) | 125 gr (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $1,600 | $200 |