Leica D-Lux 6 vs Ricoh G700SE

Below is a extensive comparison of the Leica D-Lux 6 and Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Leica and Ricoh. The resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is relatively similar but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and G700SE (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The D-Lux 6 was released 24 months later than the G700SE which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the D-Lux 6 scores versus the G700SE in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-Lux 6 and Ricoh G700SE. The complete galleries are available at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica D-Lux 6 enjoys physical measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has sizing of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Check the Leica D-Lux 6 and Ricoh G700SE in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the D-Lux 6 vs the G700SE.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 6 and G700SE is 86 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D-Lux 6 and G700SE.

As you can see, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D-Lux 6 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Ricoh G700SE will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern D-Lux 6 should have a benefit in sensor tech.