• 1/1.7 inch 43.3mm2
  • 10.1 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 90.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/1.7 inch 43.3mm2
  • 10.1 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 90.00mm (35mm eq.)

Buy From

Differences

Panasonic LX7 advantages over Leica D-LUX 6

Leica D-LUX 6 advantages over Panasonic LX7

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Both provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

User reviews

Buy From

Your purchases support this site

Buy the Panasonic LX7
Panasonic LX7

Your purchases support this site

Buy the Leica D-LUX 6
Leica D-LUX 6
All D-LUX 6 Deals

Review Excerpt

  • Fast lens; Sharp lens; Rock-solid image stabilization; Fast autofocus and shutter lag; Level gauge.

  • Sluggish startup; Battery life lower; Switches can change accidentally; Slow buffer clearing.

  • Read our Panasonic LX7 Review

The Competition

Compared to Olympus XZ-1

Panasonic LX7
Olympus XZ-1
  • $297
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Better color depth
  • $500
  • 1/1.63 inch
  • Fast startup
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Panasonic LX7 vs Olympus XZ-1

Leica D-LUX 6
Olympus XZ-1
  • $1600
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • More dots on screen
  • $500
  • 1/1.63 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Bulb shutter

Compare Leica D-LUX 6 vs Olympus XZ-1

Compared to Samsung EX2F

Panasonic LX7
Samsung EX2F
  • $297
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • More dots on screen
  • $479
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Panasonic LX7 vs Samsung EX2F

Leica D-LUX 6
Samsung EX2F
  • $1600
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • More dots on screen
  • $479
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Leica D-LUX 6 vs Samsung EX2F

Compared to Olympus XZ-2

Panasonic LX7
Olympus XZ-2
  • $297
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $470
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Panasonic LX7 vs Olympus XZ-2

Leica D-LUX 6
Olympus XZ-2
  • $1600
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $470
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Leica D-LUX 6 vs Olympus XZ-2

Compared to Canon G15

Panasonic LX7
Canon G15
  • $297
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Less shutter lag
  • $650
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Fast startup

Compare Panasonic LX7 vs Canon G15

Leica D-LUX 6
Canon G15
  • $1600
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $650
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Leica D-LUX 6 vs Canon G15

Compared to Panasonic LX10

Panasonic LX7
Panasonic LX10
  • $297
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $465
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic LX10

Leica D-LUX 6
Panasonic LX10
  • $1600
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $465
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Leica D-LUX 6 vs Panasonic LX10

Compare Other Cameras?