Fujifilm X100VI vs Leica D-Lux 6

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X100VI and the Leica D-Lux 6, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm X100VI was introduced in February 2024 and Leica D-Lux 6 was introduced in September 2012. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm X100VI Highlights

      • 40.2 MP APS-C Sensor
      • No Optical Low-pass Filter
      • 125 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 425 Focus Points
      • 5-Axis Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 1,620k dot Tilting Screen
      • 3,690k dot Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Viewfinder
      • 11.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Leica D-Lux 6 Highlights

      • 10.1 MP 1/1.7-inch CMOS Sensor
      • 80 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 23 Focus Points (23 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 920k dot Fixed Screen
      • 11.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm X100VI and Leica D-Lux 6.

      PROS

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      •   High Resolution Sensor - 40.2 Megapixel
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Animal Eye Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,690k dot
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/180000 sec
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec
      •   Webcam Functionality
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   USB Charging
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      •   No Video Capture
      •   125 Lowest Native ISO
      •   No IP Streaming
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Short Battery Life - 450 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 10.1 Megapixel
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Weight - 521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps

      Advantage of Fujifilm X100VI

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X100VI over Leica D-Lux 6.

      Fujifilm X100VI vs Leica D-Lux 6
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/1.7-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 40.2 Megapixel vs 10.1 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 6,400
      Higher Boosted ISO 51,200 vs 12,800
      Max Image Resolution 7728 x 5152 vs 3648 x 2736
      More Focus Points 425 vs 23
      Touch-to-Focus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/2.0 vs f/2.3
      Screen Type Tilting vs Fixed
      Touch Screen vs
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,620k dot vs 920k dot
      Average Metering vs
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono
      Microphone Input vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Built-In Bluetooth vs
      Environmental Sealing vs
      Longer Battery Life 450 shots vs 330 shots

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      Advantage of Leica D-Lux 6

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Leica D-Lux 6 over Fujifilm X100VI.

      Fujifilm X100VI vs Leica D-Lux 6
      Video Capture vs
      Lower Native ISO 125 vs 80
      Reaches Wider Angle 35 mm mm vs 24 mm
      Reachs More Telephoto 35 mm vs 90 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 1x vs 3.8x
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/2.0 vs f/1.4
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 60 sec
      Lighter 521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz) vs 298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz)
      Internal Storage 0 vs 70 MB

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm X100VI Leica D-Lux 6
        High Native ISO12,8006,400
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization 5-Axis Sensor Shift
        Built-in Flash
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm X100VI Leica D-Lux 6
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        Short Battery Life450 shots330 shots

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm X100VI and Leica D-Lux 6 have 3.0" screens with 1,620k dot and 920k dot resolutions respectively. Fujifilm X100VI has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Leica D-Lux 6 has a Fixed screen Fujifilm X100VI also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

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      Fujifilm X100VI with Tilting screen


      Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X100VI has a built-in Electronic and Optical (tunnel) viewfinder with 3,690k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage.Leica D-Lux 6 does not have a built-in viewfinder but an optional electronic viewfinder can be attached.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X100VI features a 40.2 megapixel APS-C [] sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 366.6 mm2. Its native ISO range is 125 - 12,800 and expands to 64 - 51,200 in boosted mode. Leica D-Lux 6 features a 10.1 megapixel 1/1.7-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 7.44 x 5.58 mm and a total area of 31.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 6,400 and expands to 80 - 12,800 in boosted mode.

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm X100VI is equipped with X-Processor 5 processor and can take pictures up to 7728 x 5152 resolution. Leica D-Lux 6 is equipped with Venus Engine processor and can take pictures up to 3648 x 2736 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3968 x 2232, 3776 x 2520, 3328 x 1872, 3168 x 2112, 3072 x 2304, 2784 x 1568, 2736 x 2736, 2656 x 1768, 2560 x 1920, 2304 x 2304, 2208 x 1248, 2112 x 1408, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1920, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1536 x 1536, 640 x 480, 480 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      No Low-Pass Filter on Fujifilm X100VI

      There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Fujifilm X100VI. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X100VI

      Fujifilm X100VI has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      Bluetooth on Fujifilm X100VI

      Fujifilm X100VI has a built-in Bluetooth which lets you to connect the camera to a smartphone or a dedicated remote control device. This allows you to remotely trigger the camera, adjust settings and controls remotely through a paired mobile app. While Wi-Fi is generally faster for transferring larger files, Bluetooth can be used for small, selective transfers, it can provide real-time information about your camera's battery status, memory card capacity, and other key settings directly on your paired smartphone or smartwatch.
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      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm X100VI comes with NP-W126S battery pack with battery life of 450 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm X100VI has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) card slot. Leica D-Lux 6 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/180000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on Fujifilm X100VI, and up to 1/4000 sec on Leica D-Lux 6. Cameras can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 8.50 m on Leica D-Lux 6. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X100VI.

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm X100VI body has dimensions of 128 x 75 x 55 mm (5.04 x 2.95 x 2.17") and Leica D-Lux 6 body has dimensions of 111 x 68 x 46 mm (4.37 x 2.68 x 1.81"). Fujifilm X100VI weighs 521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz) and Leica D-Lux 6 weighs 298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz).

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      128 mm

      75 mm

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      111 mm

      68 mm

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      75 mm

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      68 mm

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      55 mm

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      46 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm X100VI and Leica D-Lux 6

      Fujifilm X100VI and Leica D-Lux 6 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      52
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      GOOD
      82
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,690k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 450 shots
      AVERAGE
      66
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      GOOD
      82
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Animal Eye Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,690k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 450 shots
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec
      GOOD
      71
      •   Small Sensor
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
      GOOD
      82
      •   Small Sensor
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 450 shots
      GOOD
      84
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm X100VI and Leica D-Lux 6 and give them scores of 77 and 59 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      OVERALL
      77
      OVERALL
      59

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      GOOD
      73
      •   High Resolution Sensor - 40.2 Megapixel
      •   125 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      54
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 10.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/180000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec
      GOOD
      75
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps

      Video

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      BAD
      0
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Webcam Functionality
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Animal Eye Detection
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,690k dot
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   No IP Streaming
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Leica D-Lux 6

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 450 shots
      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots
      •   Internal Storage


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