Leica C vs Nikon W300

Lets look more in depth at the Leica C and Nikon W300, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the C (12MP) and W300 (16MP) and the C (1/1.7") and W300 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The C was brought out 4 years before the W300 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the C grades vs the W300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica C & Nikon Coolpix W300. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica C Gallery & Nikon W300 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with 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") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon W300 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica C and Nikon W300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the C versus the W300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the C and W300 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the C and W300.

Clearly, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The C featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon W300 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged C will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.