Leica C-Lux vs Nikon L19

Here, we are matching up the Leica C-Lux vs Nikon L19, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the C-Lux (20MP) and L19 (8MP) and the C-Lux (1") and L19 (1/2.5") boast different sensor measurements.

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The C-Lux was manufactured 9 years later than the L19 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica C-Lux being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon L19 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the C-Lux grades vs the L19 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica C-Lux & Nikon Coolpix L19. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica C-Lux Gallery & Nikon L19 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica C-Lux enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Nikon L19 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the C-Lux and the L19.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the C-Lux and L19 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the C-Lux and L19.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The C-Lux because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica C-Lux will give greater detail due to its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The younger C-Lux provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.