Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon S800c

The following is a extended assessment of the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Nikon S800c, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and S800c (16MP) and the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and S800c (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The D-LUX 5 was brought out 3 years earlier than the S800c which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the D-LUX 5 matches up versus the S800c when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-LUX 5 and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The entire galleries are available at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Leica D-LUX 5 has outside measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Nikon S800c has sizing of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

Analyze the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Nikon S800c in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the D-LUX 5 and the S800c.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the D-LUX 5 and S800c is 88 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D-LUX 5 and S800c.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D-LUX 5 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon S800c will offer greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged D-LUX 5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.