Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600
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![Leica Digilux 3 front Leica Digilux 3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Leica_Digilux_3_0.jpg)
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Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 7MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 606g - 146 x 87 x 77mm
- Announced September 2006
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Revealed November 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon D300S
- Later Model is Nikon D610
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Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Leica Digilux 3 and Nikon D600, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the Digilux 3 (7MP) and D600 (24MP) and the Digilux 3 (Four Thirds) and D600 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor measurements.
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The Digilux 3 was announced 7 years before the D600 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the Digilux 3 grades versus the D600 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica Digilux 3 & Nikon D600. The whole galleries are provided at Leica Digilux 3 Gallery & Nikon D600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica Digilux 3 over the Nikon D600
Digilux 3 | D600 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D600 over the Leica Digilux 3
D600 | Digilux 3 | |||
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Revealed | November 2012 | ![]() | September 2006 | More modern by 75 months |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 207k | Crisper display (+714k dot) |
Common features in the Leica Digilux 3 and Nikon D600
Digilux 3 | D600 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Leica Digilux 3 comes with external measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Nikon D600 has sizing of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") and a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).
Look at the Leica Digilux 3 and Nikon D600 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Digilux 3 compared to the D600.
![Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 size comparison Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-Digilux-3-vs-Nikon-D600-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Digilux 3 and D600 is 65 and 56 respectively.
![Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 top view buttons comparison Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-Digilux-3-vs-Nikon-D600-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Digilux 3 and D600.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Digilux 3 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Nikon D600 will offer extra detail with its extra 17 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged Digilux 3 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
![Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 sensor size comparison Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-Digilux-3-vs-Nikon-D600-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-Digilux-3-vs-Nikon-D600-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 Digilux 3 vs Nikon D600 Specifications
Leica Digilux 3 | Nikon D600 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica Digilux 3 | Nikon D600 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2006-09-14 | 2012-11-13 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 7 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3136 x 2352 | 6016 x 4016 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 3 | 39 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 45 | 309 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3.2 inch |
Resolution of screen | 207k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.47x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | B+ seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 5.5 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/160 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 606 gr (1.34 pounds) | 850 gr (1.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 87 x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 94 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2980 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 900 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots |
Storage slots | Single | 2 |
Cost at launch | $1,999 | $1,900 |