Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax WG-10
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Bump 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
- Superseded the Leica D-LUX 5
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced June 2013

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Pentax WG-10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Leica and Pentax. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and WG-10 (14MP) and the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and WG-10 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

The D-Lux 6 was revealed 9 months earlier than the WG-10 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the D-Lux 6 grades vs the WG-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-Lux 6 & Pentax WG-10. The full galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Pentax WG-10
D-Lux 6 | WG-10 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Leica D-Lux 6
WG-10 | D-Lux 6 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | September 2012 | Newer by 9 months |
Common features in the Leica D-Lux 6 and Pentax WG-10
D-Lux 6 | WG-10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux 6 comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Pentax WG-10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the D-Lux 6 compared to the WG-10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 6 and WG-10 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux 6 and WG-10.
Clearly, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The D-Lux 6 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax WG-10 will result in extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D-Lux 6 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Leica D-Lux 6 | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Pentax |
Model | Leica D-Lux 6 | Pentax WG-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-09-17 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | - |
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 | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per sec | 0.7 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m | 1.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 298g (0.66 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 260 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $1,600 | $0 |