• 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.)

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Differences

Panasonic LX7 advantages over Leica D-LUX 6

  • Less expensive
    $297 vs $699
    Save money for lenses or accessories

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

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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
  • $699
  • 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
  • $699
  • 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
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $199
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Panasonic LX7 vs Olympus XZ-2

Leica D-LUX 6
Olympus XZ-2
  • $699
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $199
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Leica D-LUX 6 vs Olympus XZ-2

Compared to Canon G15

Panasonic LX7
Canon G15
  • $297
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $649
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Fast startup

Compare Panasonic LX7 vs Canon G15

Leica D-LUX 6
Canon G15
  • $699
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $649
  • 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
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $548
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic LX10

Leica D-LUX 6
Panasonic LX10
  • $699
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $548
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compare Leica D-LUX 6 vs Panasonic LX10

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