Leica Digilux 3 vs Nikon D700

Following is a thorough review of the Leica Digilux 3 and Nikon D700, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Leica and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Digilux 3 (7MP) and D700 (12MP) and the Digilux 3 (Four Thirds) and D700 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Digilux 3 was released 3 years earlier than the D700 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology 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 short overview of how the Digilux 3 grades versus the D700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica Digilux 3 and Nikon D700. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica Digilux 3 Gallery and Nikon D700 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica Digilux 3 provides outer dimensions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon D700 has dimensions of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica Digilux 3 and Nikon D700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Digilux 3 against the D700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Digilux 3 and D700 is 65 and 54 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Digilux 3 and D700.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Digilux 3 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Nikon D700 will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Digilux 3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.