Leica C vs Sony W290
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![Leica C front Leica C front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-C/Leica-C-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290/Sony-W290-front.jpg)
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35 Features
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Leica C vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Raise 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
- Additionally referred to as Typ112
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
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Leica C vs Sony W290 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Leica C and Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the C (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is pretty similar but the C (1/1.7") and W290 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.
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The C was announced 4 years after the W290 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the C scores against the W290 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Leica C vs Sony W290 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica C & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are provided at Leica C Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica C over the Sony W290
C | W290 | |||
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Revealed | September 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 56 months |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Leica C
W290 | C |
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Common features in the Leica C and Sony W290
C | W290 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Leica C vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica C has outside measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony W290 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Leica C and Sony W290 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the C vs the W290.
![Leica C vs Sony W290 size comparison Leica C vs Sony W290 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-C-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C and W290 is 92 and 94 respectively.
![Leica C vs Sony W290 top view buttons comparison Leica C vs Sony W290 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-C-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica C vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the C and W290.
As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The C includes the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The more recent C will have an edge in sensor tech.
![Leica C vs Sony W290 sensor size comparison Leica C vs Sony W290 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-C-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica C vs Sony W290 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica C vs Sony W290 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica C vs Sony W290 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-C-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica C vs Sony W290 Specifications
Leica C | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Sony |
Model | Leica C | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Also referred to as | Typ112 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-09-08 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 1 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 195g (0.43 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 63 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $1,299 | $230 |