Leica SL vs Nikon Z30

Here, we will be looking at the Leica SL and Nikon Z30, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the SL (24MP) and the Z30 (21MP) is relatively well matched but the SL (Full frame) and Z30 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

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The SL was manufactured 7 years before the Z30 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SL grades vs the Z30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica SL and Nikon Z30. The entire galleries are provided at Leica SL Gallery and Nikon Z30 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica SL enjoys outer measurements of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs) while the Nikon Z30 has proportions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SL compared to the Z30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL and Z30 is 67 and 79 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SL and Z30.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SL due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Leica SL will give you more detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SL is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.