Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung SL102
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Revealed September 2012
- Replaced the Leica D-LUX 5
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Alternative Name is ES55

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Leica D-Lux 6 and Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is pretty similar but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and SL102 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

The D-Lux 6 was brought out 3 years after the SL102 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the D-Lux 6 matches up versus the SL102 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-Lux 6 & Samsung SL102. The entire galleries are provided at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Samsung SL102
D-Lux 6 | SL102 | |||
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Revealed | September 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 45 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Leica D-Lux 6
SL102 | D-Lux 6 |
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Common features in the Leica D-Lux 6 and Samsung SL102
D-Lux 6 | SL102 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Leica D-Lux 6 enjoys outer measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Samsung SL102 has specifications of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Leica D-Lux 6 and Samsung SL102 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the D-Lux 6 against the SL102.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 6 and SL102 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The image here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D-Lux 6 and SL102.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The D-Lux 6 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier. The more recent D-Lux 6 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Leica D-Lux 6 | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Samsung |
Model type | Leica D-Lux 6 | Samsung SL102 |
Alternative name | - | ES55 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-09-17 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 298 gr (0.66 pounds) | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $1,600 | $130 |