Leica C vs Nikon L26

Here, we will be evaluating the Leica C vs Nikon L26, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the C (12MP) and L26 (16MP) and the C (1/1.7") and L26 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The C was launched 20 months later than the L26 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the C scores against the L26 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica C and Nikon Coolpix L26. The complete galleries are provided at Leica C Gallery and Nikon L26 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica C offers external dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon L26 has dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the C compared to the L26.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the C and L26 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the C and L26.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The C due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon L26 will show more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent C is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.