Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon S630
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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon S630 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 66 x 43mm
- Released September 2010
- Replacement is Leica D-Lux 6
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2009
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon S630 Overview
Below is a detailed assessment of the Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the S630 (12MP) is very well matched but the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and S630 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe D-LUX 5 was brought out 20 months later than the S630 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the D-LUX 5 grades vs the S630 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon S630 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-LUX 5 and Nikon Coolpix S630. The entire galleries are provided at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery and Nikon S630 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-LUX 5 over the Nikon S630
D-LUX 5 | S630 | |||
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Revealed | September 2010 | February 2009 | More recent by 20 months | |
Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Leica D-LUX 5
S630 | D-LUX 5 |
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Common features in the Leica D-LUX 5 and Nikon S630
D-LUX 5 | S630 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon S630 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Leica D-LUX 5 has physical dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Nikon S630 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Contrast the Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon S630 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the D-LUX 5 against the S630.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the D-LUX 5 and S630 is 88 and 95 respectively.
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon S630 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through specs. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-LUX 5 and S630.
All in all, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D-LUX 5 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon S630 will resolve more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern D-LUX 5 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon S630 Specifications
Leica D-LUX 5 | Nikon Coolpix S630 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica D-LUX 5 | Nikon Coolpix S630 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-09-21 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 44.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 37-260mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-3.3 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 4.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 271 grams (0.60 lbs) | 140 grams (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 model | - | EN-L12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $799 | $240 |