Leica Q vs Nikon A
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Leica Q vs Nikon A Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- Yes Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F1.7) lens
- 640g - 130 x 80 x 93mm
- Announced June 2015
- Also Known as Typ 116
- Later Model is Leica Q2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 299g - 111 x 64 x 40mm
- Launched June 2013
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Here is a thorough comparison of the Leica Q versus Nikon A, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Q (24MP) and A (16MP) and the Q (Full frame) and A (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Q was announced 2 years later than the A and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Q scores vs the A when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Leica Q vs Nikon A Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica Q and Nikon Coolpix A. The whole galleries are available at Leica Q Gallery and Nikon A Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica Q over the Nikon A
| Q | A | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2015 |  | June 2013 | Fresher by 25 months |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 921k | Clearer screen (+119k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon A over the Leica Q
| A | Q |
|---|
Common features in the Leica Q and Nikon A
| Q | A | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen |
Leica Q vs Nikon A Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Leica Q offers outer measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) and the Nikon A has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica Q versus Nikon A in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Q compared to the A.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Q and A is 63 and 88 respectively.
Leica Q vs Nikon A Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Q and A.
All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Q with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Leica Q will offer more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern Q is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Leica Q vs Nikon A Specifications
| Leica Q | Nikon Coolpix A | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Leica | Nikon |
| Model type | Leica Q | Nikon Coolpix A |
| Also Known as | Typ 116 | - |
| Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2015-06-10 | 2013-06-06 |
| Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Maestro II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 370.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4928 x 3264 |
| Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 6400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 28mm (1x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.7 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 17cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (optional) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 11.50 m |
| Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | - | 1/2000s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 640 gr (1.41 lb) | 299 gr (0.66 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 130 x 80 x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 111 x 64 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 85 | 80 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 24.3 | 23.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | 13.8 |
| DXO Low light rating | 2221 | 1164 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 230 pictures |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | BP-DC12 | EN-EL20 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $4,300 | $778 |