Leica D-LUX 5 vs Nikon S810c

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Nikon S810c, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and S810c (16MP) and the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and S810c (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The D-LUX 5 was revealed 4 years before the S810c which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the D-LUX 5 scores versus the S810c in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-LUX 5 & Nikon Coolpix S810c. The full galleries are viewable at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery & Nikon S810c Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica D-LUX 5 provides physical dimensions 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 S810c has sizing of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Check the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Nikon S810c in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the D-LUX 5 versus the S810c.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the D-LUX 5 and S810c is 88 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-LUX 5 and S810c.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D-LUX 5 having a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon S810c will give extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged D-LUX 5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.