Leica C vs Nikon S570

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Leica C and Nikon S570, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the C (12MP) and the S570 (12MP) is relatively close but the C (1/1.7") and S570 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The C was unveiled 4 years later than the S570 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the C matches up against the S570 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica C and Nikon Coolpix S570. The full galleries are viewable at Leica C Gallery and Nikon S570 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica C has outside 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 S570 has proportions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica C and Nikon S570 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the C versus the S570.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the C and S570 is 92 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the C and S570.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same megapixels albeit different sensor measurements. The C uses the bigger sensor which will make achieving bokeh simpler. The younger C provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.