Leica Q3 vs Nikon A
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Leica Q3 vs Nikon A Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 60MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 100000
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 8192 x 4320 video
- 28mm (F1.7) lens
- 743g - 130 x 80 x 93mm
- Launched May 2023
- Superseded the Leica Q2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 299g - 111 x 64 x 40mm
- Revealed June 2013
Photography Glossary Leica Q3 vs Nikon A Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Leica Q3 versus Nikon A, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Q3 (60MP) and A (16MP) and the Q3 (Full frame) and A (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Q3 was revealed 10 years after the A which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Q3 grades vs the A when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q3 and Nikon Coolpix A. The full galleries are available at Leica Q3 Gallery and Nikon A Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica Q3 over the Nikon A
| Q3 | A | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | May 2023 |  | June 2013 | Newer by 122 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 1843k |  | 921k | Sharper screen (+922k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon A over the Leica Q3
| A | Q3 |
|---|
Common features in the Leica Q3 and Nikon A
| Q3 | A | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen size | 3.00" |  | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Leica Q3 vs Nikon A Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica Q3 features external dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 743 grams (1.64 lbs) while the Nikon A has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Q3 vs the A.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Q3 and A is 60 and 88 respectively.
Leica Q3 vs Nikon A Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The picture here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Q3 and A.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Q3 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Leica Q3 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 44MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger Q3 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Leica Q3 vs Nikon A Specifications
| Leica Q3 | Nikon Coolpix A | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Leica | Nikon |
| Model | Leica Q3 | Nikon Coolpix A |
| Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2023-05-25 | 2013-06-06 |
| Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 370.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 60 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
| Full resolution | 9520 x 6336 | 4928 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 100000 | 6400 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 50 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 315 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 28mm (1x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.7 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focus range | 17cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3.00 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1,843 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (optional) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.79x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 120s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/40000s | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 15.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 11.50 m |
| Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/500s | 1/2000s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | C8K/8K at 30p/25/24p, C4K/4K at 60/50/30/24p, 1080p at 120/100/60/50/30/24p | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 8192x4320 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 743 grams (1.64 pounds) | 299 grams (0.66 pounds) |
| 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 All around score | not tested | 80 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.8 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 1164 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 shots | 230 shots |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BP-SCL6 | EN-EL20 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $5,999 | $778 |