Leica S2 vs Nikon D1X

Here is a detailed overview of the Leica S2 versus Nikon D1X, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S2 (38MP) and D1X (5MP) and the S2 (Medium format) and D1X (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The S2 was manufactured 7 years later than the D1X and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S2 matches up vs the D1X with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica S2 and Nikon D1X. The entire galleries are available at Leica S2 Gallery and Nikon D1X Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica S2 enjoys outer measurements of 160mm x 120mm x 81mm (6.3" x 4.7" x 3.2") along with a weight of 1410 grams (3.11 lbs) whilst the Nikon D1X has measurements of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the S2 vs the D1X.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2 and D1X is 52 and 51 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The visual here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S2 and D1X.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S2 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica S2 will give extra detail due to its extra 33MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger S2 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.