Leica C vs Nikon L28

Its time to take a deeper look at the Leica C and Nikon L28, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the C (12MP) and L28 (20MP) and the C (1/1.7") and L28 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The C was manufactured 8 months later than the L28 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the C scores against the L28 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica C & Nikon Coolpix L28. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica C Gallery & Nikon L28 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica C has external dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon L28 has proportions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Analyze the Leica C and Nikon L28 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the C against the L28.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the C and L28 is 92 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the C and L28.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The C because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon L28 will offer you greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger C should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.