Leica C vs Olympus 8000

Its time to look more in depth at the Leica C vs Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the C (12MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is pretty close but the C (1/1.7") and 8000 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The C was brought out 4 years later than the 8000 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the C grades versus the 8000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica C & Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The entire galleries are available at Leica C Gallery & Olympus 8000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Leica C has got outer dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Olympus 8000 has specifications of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the C versus the 8000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the C and 8000 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The photograph below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the C and 8000.

All in all, both cameras provide the same resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The C comes with the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF easier. The more modern C provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.