Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D500

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Leica Digilux 3 versus Nikon D500, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Digilux 3 (7MP) and D500 (21MP) and the Digilux 3 (Four Thirds) and D500 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Digilux 3 was brought out 10 years earlier than the D500 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Digilux 3 scores vs the D500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Digilux 3 and Nikon D500. The entire galleries are available at Leica Digilux 3 Gallery and Nikon D500 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Leica Digilux 3 enjoys exterior measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Nikon D500 has specifications of 147mm x 115mm x 81mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 3.2") with a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs).

Analyze the Leica Digilux 3 versus Nikon D500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Digilux 3 versus the D500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Digilux 3 and D500 is 65 and 56 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Digilux 3 and D500.

Clearly, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Digilux 3 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Nikon D500 will render greater detail having its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Digilux 3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.