Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon D40X
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon D40X Key Specs
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- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 10000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Released May 2012
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon D40X Overview
Here is a thorough analysis of the Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon D40X, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Leica and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and D40X (10MP) and the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and D40X (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe M-Monochrom was unveiled 5 years later than the D40X and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica M-Monochrom being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D40X being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the M-Monochrom scores vs the D40X in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon D40X Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M-Monochrom and Nikon D40X. The full galleries are available at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery and Nikon D40X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Nikon D40X
M-Monochrom | D40X | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | May 2007 | Fresher by 61 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D40X over the Leica M-Monochrom
D40X | M-Monochrom |
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Common features in the Leica M-Monochrom and Nikon D40X
M-Monochrom | D40X | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.5" | 2.5" | Same screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon D40X Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-Monochrom features exterior dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Nikon D40X has dimensions of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).
Check the Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon D40X in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the M-Monochrom against the D40X.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M-Monochrom and D40X is 78 and 71 respectively.
Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon D40X Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The visual below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M-Monochrom and D40X.
As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M-Monochrom having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Leica M-Monochrom will deliver more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent M-Monochrom is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon D40X Specifications
Leica M-Monochrom | Nikon D40X | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica M-Monochrom | Nikon D40X |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2012-05-10 | 2007-05-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.7 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 369.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 10000 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica M | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 59 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 32 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 17.00 m |
Flash options | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 600g (1.32 lb) | 522g (1.15 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 124 x 94 x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 516 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | EN-EL9 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $7,950 | $375 |