Leica D-Lux 6 vs Sony WX5
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Sony WX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Introduced September 2012
- Previous Model is Leica D-LUX 5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2010
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On this page, we will be comparing the Leica D-Lux 6 and Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. The resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and WX5 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe D-Lux 6 was revealed 2 years after the WX5 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the D-Lux 6 scores against the WX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Leica D-Lux 6 over the Sony WX5
| D-Lux 6 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2012 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 27 months |
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 461k | Crisper screen (+459k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Leica D-Lux 6
| WX5 | D-Lux 6 |
|---|
Common features in the Leica D-Lux 6 and Sony WX5
| D-Lux 6 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica D-Lux 6 comes with external dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony WX5 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the D-Lux 6 versus the WX5.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D-Lux 6 and WX5 is 86 and 95 respectively.
Leica D-Lux 6 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the D-Lux 6 and WX5.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux 6 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony WX5 will produce greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer D-Lux 6 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Leica D-Lux 6 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
| Leica D-Lux 6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Leica | Sony |
| Model | Leica D-Lux 6 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2012-09-17 | 2010-07-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Venus Engine | Bionz |
| 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 | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/1.4-2.3 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 2.8" |
| Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.50 m | 5.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| 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 grams (0.66 lbs) | 146 grams (0.32 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 pictures | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $1,600 | $250 |