Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Raise 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
- Succeeded the Leica D-LUX 5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Additionally Known as WB600

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
Here is a in-depth overview of the Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung HZ30W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is very similar but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and HZ30W (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

The D-Lux 6 was brought out 2 years later than the HZ30W and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the D-Lux 6 grades against the HZ30W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-Lux 6 & Samsung HZ30W. The entire galleries are available at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Samsung HZ30W
D-Lux 6 | HZ30W | |||
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Introduced | September 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 33 months |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Leica D-Lux 6
HZ30W | D-Lux 6 |
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Common features in the Leica D-Lux 6 and Samsung HZ30W
D-Lux 6 | HZ30W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux 6 enjoys 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 HZ30W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Examine the Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung HZ30W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the D-Lux 6 against the HZ30W.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the D-Lux 6 and HZ30W is 86 and 91 respectively.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the D-Lux 6 and HZ30W.
As you can see, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The D-Lux 6 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung HZ30W will offer you more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The younger D-Lux 6 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Leica D-Lux 6 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica D-Lux 6 | Samsung HZ30W |
Also called | - | WB600 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-09-17 | 2010-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 298g (0.66 lb) | 245g (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" 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 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $1,600 | $280 |