Leica CL vs Nikon L840

Here is a extended overview of the Leica CL versus Nikon L840, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the CL (24MP) and L840 (16MP) and the CL (APS-C) and L840 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The CL was manufactured 2 years later than the L840 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Leica CL being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the CL scores versus the L840 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica CL and Nikon Coolpix L840. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica CL Gallery and Nikon L840 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica CL features outside measurements of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Nikon L840 has dimensions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") having a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).

Contrast the Leica CL versus Nikon L840 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the CL against the L840.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the CL and L840 is 82 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the CL and L840.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The CL featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica CL will offer more detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern CL will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.