Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax Q-S1

Let's take a closer look at the Leica D-Lux 6 and Pentax Q-S1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Pentax. The image resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/1.7").

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The D-Lux 6 was brought out 22 months before the Q-S1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Leica D-Lux 6 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the D-Lux 6 grades versus the Q-S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-Lux 6 and Pentax Q-S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider 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") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Leica D-Lux 6 and Pentax Q-S1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the D-Lux 6 vs the Q-S1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 6 and Q-S1 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D-Lux 6 and Q-S1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax Q-S1 to resolve greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged D-Lux 6 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.