| General | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Leica | Leica |
| Model | D-Lux 6 | D-LUX 5 |
| Predecessor Model | Leica D-LUX 5 | |
| Successor Model | Leica D-Lux 6 | |
| Camera Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | Standard Compact | Standard Compact |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor Size | 1/1.7-inch | 1/1.63-inch |
| Sensor Dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58 mm | 8.07 x 5.56 mm |
| Total Pixels | 12.7 Megapixel | 11.3 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 10.1 Megapixel | 10.1 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 80 - 6,400 | 80 - 12,800 |
| Boosted ISO Range | 80 - 12,800 |
| Photo | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Venus Engine | |
| Max Image Resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Other Resolutions | 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 | 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 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, Standard | Fine, Standard |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing |
| Focus | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Tracking Single Continuous Live View | Single Live View |
| Number of Focus Points | 23 | 23 |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 0 | 0 |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 24 - 90 mm | 24 - 90 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 3.8x | 3.8x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 - 2.3 | f/2.0 - 3.3 |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 50 cm | 50 cm |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 1 cm | 1 cm |
| Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Screen Technology | TFT Color LCD | |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 920k dot | 460k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View |
| Viewfinder | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
| Shutter | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 60 sec | 60 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 11.0 fps | 2.5 fps |
| Flash | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto On Off Red-Eye Slow Sync | Auto On Off Red-Eye Slow Sync |
| Flash Range | 8.50 m | 7.20 m |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Shoe Mount | Shoe Mount |
| Exposure | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | Multi Center-weighted Spot |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 (at 1/3 EV increments) | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing |
| Video | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 |
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Type C Mini | |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Mono | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output |
| Connectivity | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| NFC |
| Environmental | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 46 mm (4.37 x 2.68 x 1.81") | 110 x 66 x 43 mm (4.33 x 2.6 x 1.69") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz) | 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.5 x 5.6 x 3.2" | 5.6 x 6.5 x 3.1" |
| Power and Storage | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | 330 shots | |
| Internal Storage | 70 MB | 40 MB |
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Other | Leica D-Lux 6 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Orientation Sensor |
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