Leica S2 vs Nikon D2X
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Leica S2 vs Nikon D2X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 38MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1250
- No Video
- Leica L Mount
- 1410g - 160 x 120 x 81mm
- Revealed September 2008
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800 (Increase to 3200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
- Introduced June 2005
- Superseded the Nikon D1X
- Replacement is Nikon D2Xs
Leica S2 vs Nikon D2X Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Leica S2 versus Nikon D2X, both Pro DSLR cameras by competitors Leica and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the S2 (38MP) and D2X (12MP) and the S2 (Medium format) and D2X (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S2 was revealed 3 years later than the D2X and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S2 scores vs the D2X in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica S2 vs Nikon D2X Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica S2 & Nikon D2X. The full galleries are viewable at Leica S2 Gallery & Nikon D2X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica S2 over the Nikon D2X
S2 | D2X | |||
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Introduced | September 2008 | June 2005 | Fresher by 41 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 235k | Clearer display (+225k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D2X over the Leica S2
D2X | S2 |
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Common features in the Leica S2 and Nikon D2X
S2 | D2X | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Leica S2 vs Nikon D2X Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Leica S2 has exterior measurements of 160mm x 120mm x 81mm (6.3" x 4.7" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 1410 grams (3.11 lbs) whilst the Nikon D2X has sizing of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).
Contrast the Leica S2 versus Nikon D2X in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S2 vs the D2X.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2 and D2X is 52 and 51 respectively.
Leica S2 vs Nikon D2X Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The visual underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S2 and D2X.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S2 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Leica S2 will produce extra detail because of its extra 26MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher S2 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Leica S2 vs Nikon D2X Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica S2 vs Nikon D2X Specifications
Leica S2 | Nikon D2X | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica S2 | Nikon D2X |
Type | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Revealed | 2008-09-23 | 2005-06-01 |
Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 45 x 30mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 1,350.0mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 38MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 7500 x 5000 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 1250 | 800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 30 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 0.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 235k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.86x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 32 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1410g (3.11 pounds) | 1200g (2.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 160 x 120 x 81mm (6.3" x 4.7" x 3.2") | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 76 | 59 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.9 | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.2 | 10.9 |
DXO Low light rating | 824 | 476 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1000 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $0 | $5,000 |