Leica X Vario vs Nikon S9100
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Leica X Vario vs Nikon S9100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-70mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 680g - 133 x 73 x 95mm
- Revealed June 2013
- Replaced the Leica X2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Announced July 2011
- Newer Model is Nikon S9300
Leica X Vario vs Nikon S9100 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Leica X Vario versus Nikon S9100, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Leica and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the X Vario (16MP) and S9100 (12MP) and the X Vario (APS-C) and S9100 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe X Vario was introduced 24 months after the S9100 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Leica X Vario being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the X Vario scores against the S9100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica X Vario vs Nikon S9100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica X Vario and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica X Vario Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica X Vario over the Nikon S9100
X Vario | S9100 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | July 2011 | Newer by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Leica X Vario
S9100 | X Vario | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Leica X Vario and Nikon S9100
X Vario | S9100 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Leica X Vario vs Nikon S9100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica X Vario has got exterior measurements of 133mm x 73mm x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9100 has dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Leica X Vario versus Nikon S9100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the X Vario versus the S9100.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X Vario and S9100 is 62 and 91 respectively.
Leica X Vario vs Nikon S9100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the X Vario and S9100.
Clearly, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The X Vario with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Leica X Vario will give you more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent X Vario will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Leica X Vario vs Nikon S9100 Specifications
Leica X Vario | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica X Vario | Nikon Coolpix S9100 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-06-11 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3272 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12500 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-70mm (2.5x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.4 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 4cm |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680 grams (1.50 lbs) | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 133 x 73 x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1320 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 pictures | 270 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-DC8 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $2,950 | $329 |