Leica C-Lux vs Nikon S32

Here is a in-depth review of the Leica C-Lux and Nikon S32, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the C-Lux (20MP) and S32 (13MP) and the C-Lux (1") and S32 (1/3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The C-Lux was brought out 4 years later than the S32 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Leica C-Lux being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon S32 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the C-Lux matches up versus the S32 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica C-Lux and Nikon Coolpix S32. The entire galleries are provided at Leica C-Lux Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica C-Lux has exterior measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Nikon S32 has dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Leica C-Lux and Nikon S32 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the C-Lux compared to the S32.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C-Lux and S32 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the C-Lux and S32.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The C-Lux due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica C-Lux will produce greater detail having its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer C-Lux is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.