Leica X-U vs Nikon A100

Lets take a closer look at the Leica X-U and Nikon A100, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the X-U (16MP) and the A100 (20MP) is very comparable but the X-U (APS-C) and A100 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The X-U was manufactured very close to the A100 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica X-U being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon A100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the X-U matches up vs the A100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica X-U & Nikon Coolpix A100. The entire galleries are provided at Leica X-U Gallery & Nikon A100 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Leica X-U features exterior measurements of 140mm x 79mm x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") having a weight of 635 grams (1.40 lbs) and the Nikon A100 has proportions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica X-U and Nikon A100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the X-U versus the A100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the X-U and A100 is 64 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The visual here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the X-U and A100.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The X-U because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon A100 will show greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively.