Leica D-LUX 5 vs Leica D-Lux 6

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Leica D-LUX 5 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.

      Leica D-LUX 5 was introduced in September 2010 and Leica D-Lux 6 was introduced in September 2012. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Leica D-LUX 5 Highlights

      • 10.1 MP 1/1.63-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 23 Focus Points (23 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 2.5 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      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
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Leica D-LUX 5
      4. Advantage of Leica D-Lux 6
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      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 Leica D-LUX 5 and Leica D-Lux 6.

      PROS

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 10.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      •   23 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   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 Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-LUX 5
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Leica D-LUX 5 over Leica D-Lux 6.

      Leica D-LUX 5 vs Leica D-Lux 6
      Larger Sensor 1/1.63-inch vs 1/1.7-inch
      Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 6,400
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono
      Lighter 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz) vs 298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz)

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Leica D-LUX 5.

      Leica D-Lux 7
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      Micro Four Thirds

      17 MP

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
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      Micro Four Thirds

      12.8 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Nikon Z7 II
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Sony a9 II
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Advantage of Leica D-Lux 6

      Leica D-Lux 6
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Leica D-Lux 6 over Leica D-LUX 5.

      Leica D-LUX 5 vs Leica D-Lux 6
      Timelapse Recording vs
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/2.0 vs f/1.4
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/3.3 vs f/2.3
      Higher Resolution Screen 460k dot vs 920k dot
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 2.5 fps vs 11.0 fps
      Higher Video Resolution 1280 x 720 vs 1920 x 1080
      Internal Storage 40 MB vs 70 MB

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Leica D-Lux 6.

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
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      Micro Four Thirds

      12.8 MP

      Leica D-Lux 7
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      Micro Four Thirds

      17 MP

      Sony RX100 VII
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      1-inch

      20.1 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Sony W570
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.2 MP

      Canon ELPH 130 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Samsung WB800F
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.3 MP

      Olympus SP-820UZ
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Sony T900
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Panasonic TS10
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      1/2.33-inch

      14.1 MP

      Nikon S31
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      1/2.9-inch

      10.1 MP

      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 Leica D-LUX 5 Leica D-Lux 6
        Video Capture
        Low Native ISO8080
        High Native ISO12,8006,400
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output Type C Mini
        Light271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz)298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz)
        Internal Storage40 MB70 MB
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Leica D-LUX 5 Leica D-Lux 6
        Small Sensor1/1.63-inch1/1.7-inch
        Low Resolution Sensor10.1 Megapixel10.1 Megapixel
        Few Cross-type Focus Points00
        No Face Detection
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Video Resolution1280 x 7201920 x 1080
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Leica D-LUX 5 and Leica D-Lux 6 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 460k dot and 920k dot resolutions respectively.

      Cameras does not have built-in viewfinders but optional viewfinder can be attached.

      Sensor

      Leica D-LUX 5 features a 10.1 megapixel 1/1.63-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 8.07 x 5.56 mm and a total area of 44.9 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 12,800. 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

      Leica D-LUX 5 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. 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.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      NFC on Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-LUX 5 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Leica D-LUX 5 has an HDMI and Leica D-Lux 6 has a Type C Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Leica D-LUX 5, and up to 1/4000 sec on Leica D-Lux 6. Leica D-LUX 5 can shoot continuously up to 2.5 fps. Leica D-Lux 6 can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.20 m on Leica D-LUX 5 and 8.50 m on Leica D-Lux 6. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount..

      Physical Parameters

      Leica D-LUX 5 body has dimensions of 110 x 66 x 43 mm (4.33 x 2.6 x 1.69") and Leica D-Lux 6 body has dimensions of 111 x 68 x 46 mm (4.37 x 2.68 x 1.81"). Leica D-LUX 5 weighs 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz) and Leica D-Lux 6 weighs 298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz).

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      110 mm

      66 mm

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      111 mm

      68 mm

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      66 mm

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      43 mm

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      Size comparisons of Leica D-LUX 5 and Leica D-Lux 6

      Leica D-LUX 5 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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      POOR
      52
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      52
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor
      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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor
      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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      GOOD
      71
      •   Small Sensor
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Orientation Sensor
      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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      GOOD
      82
      •   Small Sensor
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      EXCELLENT
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      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz)
      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 Leica D-LUX 5 and Leica D-Lux 6 and give both of them the score of 59 out of 100. 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.


      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
      59

      Sensor

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      AVERAGE
      55
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 10.1 Megapixel
      •   80 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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      GOOD
      71
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
      GOOD
      75
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps

      Video

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      POOR
      52
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot

      Connectivity

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No 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

      Leica D-LUX 5

      Leica D-Lux 6

      POOR
      47
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      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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