Leica X (Typ 113) vs Nikon P1000

Let's look much closer at the Leica X (Typ 113) versus Nikon P1000, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the X (Typ 113) (16MP) and the P1000 (16MP) is very well matched but the X (Typ 113) (APS-C) and P1000 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The X (Typ 113) was unveiled 4 years prior to the P1000 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Leica X (Typ 113) being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the X (Typ 113) matches up versus the P1000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica X & Nikon Coolpix P1000. The full galleries are provided at Leica X (Typ 113) Gallery & Nikon P1000 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Leica X (Typ 113) has got physical dimensions of 133mm x 73mm x 78mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 486 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Nikon P1000 has sizing of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") and a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the X (Typ 113) versus the P1000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the X (Typ 113) and P1000 is 71 and 49 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking specs. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the X (Typ 113) and P1000.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor measurements. The X (Typ 113) features the larger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult. The older X (Typ 113) is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.