Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610
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![Leica D-LUX 5 front Leica D-LUX 5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-D-LUX-5/Leica-D-LUX-5-front.jpg)
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39 Features
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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 66 x 43mm
- Introduced September 2010
- Successor is Leica D-Lux 6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
- Introduced August 2012
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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Leica and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and L610 (16MP) and the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and L610 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.
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The D-LUX 5 was announced 22 months earlier than the L610 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the D-LUX 5 scores against the L610 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-LUX 5 and Nikon Coolpix L610. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery and Nikon L610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-LUX 5 over the Nikon L610
D-LUX 5 | L610 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Leica D-LUX 5
L610 | D-LUX 5 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | September 2010 | More modern by 22 months |
Common features in the Leica D-LUX 5 and Nikon L610
D-LUX 5 | L610 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica D-LUX 5 enjoys external dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Nikon L610 has sizing of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Examine the Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the D-LUX 5 and the L610.
![Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 size comparison Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-D-LUX-5-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L610-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D-LUX 5 and L610 is 88 and 90 respectively.
![Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 top view buttons comparison Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-D-LUX-5-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L610-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The pic here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-LUX 5 and L610.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D-LUX 5 with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon L610 will give you greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged D-LUX 5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
![Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 sensor size comparison Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-D-LUX-5-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L610-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-D-LUX-5-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L610-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 D-LUX 5 vs Nikon L610 Specifications
Leica D-LUX 5 | Nikon Coolpix L610 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica D-LUX 5 | Nikon Coolpix L610 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-09-21 | 2012-08-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 44.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 25-350mm (14.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-3.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.20 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 271 gr (0.60 lbs) | 240 gr (0.53 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 120 photos |
Form of battery | - | AA |
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $799 | $150 |