Leica C vs Nikon D3200
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Leica C vs Nikon D3200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 103 x 63 x 28mm
- Released September 2013
- Alternate Name is Typ112
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 505g - 125 x 96 x 77mm
- Launched July 2012
- Replaced the Nikon D3100
- Newer Model is Nikon D3300
Leica C vs Nikon D3200 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Leica C and Nikon D3200, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Leica and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the C (12MP) and D3200 (24MP) and the C (1/1.7") and D3200 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe C was brought out 14 months later than the D3200 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica C being a Compact camera and the Nikon D3200 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the C grades versus the D3200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica C vs Nikon D3200 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica C & Nikon D3200. The entire galleries are provided at Leica C Gallery & Nikon D3200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica C over the Nikon D3200
C | D3200 | |||
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Launched | September 2013 | July 2012 | More recent by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D3200 over the Leica C
D3200 | C | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Leica C and Nikon D3200
C | D3200 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Leica C vs Nikon D3200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica C enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon D3200 has proportions of 125mm x 96mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).
Compare the Leica C and Nikon D3200 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the C against the D3200.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C and D3200 is 92 and 67 respectively.
Leica C vs Nikon D3200 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the C and D3200.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The C due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Nikon D3200 will deliver more detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer C is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Leica C vs Nikon D3200 Specifications
Leica C | Nikon D3200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica C | Nikon D3200 |
Also called as | Typ112 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2013-09-08 | 2012-07-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 6016 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens zoom range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD with 160� viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 1 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 195g (0.43 pounds) | 505g (1.11 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 63 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 125 x 96 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 81 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1131 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | 540 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $1,299 | $530 |