Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung EX2F

Here is a thorough overview of the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/1.7").

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The D-Lux 6 was manufactured 3 months prior to the EX2F and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the D-Lux 6 scores versus the EX2F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 6 and Samsung EX2F. The entire galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Leica D-Lux 6 has outside 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 Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica D-Lux 6 versus Samsung EX2F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the D-Lux 6 versus the EX2F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 6 and EX2F is 86 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 6 and EX2F.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung EX2F to result in greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively.