Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Launched September 2012
- Earlier Model is Leica D-LUX 5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched August 2012

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the Leica D-Lux 6 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Leica and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

The D-Lux 6 was announced very close to the Galaxy Camera 4G which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the D-Lux 6 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 4G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-Lux 6 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
D-Lux 6 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+920k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Leica D-Lux 6
Galaxy Camera 4G | D-Lux 6 | |||
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Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Leica D-Lux 6 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
D-Lux 6 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Launched | September 2012 | ![]() | August 2012 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Leica D-Lux 6 has exterior dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Check out the Leica D-Lux 6 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the D-Lux 6 compared to the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 6 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 86 and 90 respectively.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-Lux 6 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D-Lux 6 with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will produce greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Leica D-Lux 6 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Samsung |
Model type | Leica D-Lux 6 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-09-17 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | - |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 4.8" |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 298 gr (0.66 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $1,600 | $550 |