Leica S2 vs Nikon D3S

The following is a thorough overview of the Leica S2 versus Nikon D3S, both Pro DSLR cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the S2 (38MP) and D3S (12MP) and the S2 (Medium format) and D3S (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The S2 was launched 17 months before the D3S making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S2 grades vs the D3S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica S2 and Nikon D3S. The complete galleries are provided at Leica S2 Gallery and Nikon D3S Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica S2 has external dimensions of 160mm x 120mm x 81mm (6.3" x 4.7" x 3.2") and a weight of 1410 grams (3.11 lbs) while the Nikon D3S has sizing of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 1240 grams (2.73 lbs).

Check the Leica S2 versus Nikon D3S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S2 vs the D3S.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2 and D3S is 52 and 51 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The picture here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2 and D3S.

All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S2 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Leica S2 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 26 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged S2 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.