Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax W80
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax W80 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
- Released September 2012
- Earlier Model is Leica D-LUX 5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed June 2009

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax W80 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Leica D-Lux 6 and Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Pentax. The image resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the W80 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and W80 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

The D-Lux 6 was unveiled 3 years after the W80 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the D-Lux 6 scores versus the W80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-Lux 6 & Pentax Optio W80. The full galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Pentax W80
D-Lux 6 | W80 | |||
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Revealed | September 2012 | ![]() | June 2009 | Newer by 40 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Leica D-Lux 6
W80 | D-Lux 6 |
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Common features in the Leica D-Lux 6 and Pentax W80
D-Lux 6 | W80 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Leica D-Lux 6 has got outer measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Leica D-Lux 6 and Pentax W80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the D-Lux 6 and the W80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 6 and W80 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The pic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 6 and W80.
Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D-Lux 6 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax W80 will give you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The newer D-Lux 6 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax W80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Leica D-Lux 6 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Pentax |
Model type | Leica D-Lux 6 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2009-06-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 298g (0.66 lbs) | 156g (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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-LI78 |
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 card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $1,600 | $250 |