Leica D-Lux 6 vs Sony S2000
86 Imaging
35 Features
60 Overall
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93 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Sony S2000 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
- Released September 2012
- Previous Model is Leica D-LUX 5
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Leica D-Lux 6 and Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Leica and Sony. The resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is relatively close but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and S2000 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe D-Lux 6 was introduced 2 years after the S2000 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the D-Lux 6 scores against the S2000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-Lux 6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Sony S2000
D-Lux 6 | S2000 | |||
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Launched | September 2012 | January 2010 | Newer by 33 months | |
Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Leica D-Lux 6
S2000 | D-Lux 6 |
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Common features in the Leica D-Lux 6 and Sony S2000
D-Lux 6 | S2000 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-Lux 6 enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Leica D-Lux 6 and Sony S2000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the D-Lux 6 versus the S2000.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 6 and S2000 is 86 and 93 respectively.
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the D-Lux 6 and S2000.
Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The D-Lux 6 comes with the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The fresher D-Lux 6 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Leica D-Lux 6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Sony |
Model | Leica D-Lux 6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | Bionz |
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 | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 298 gr (0.66 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" 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 | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $1,600 | $225 |