Leica X1 vs Nikon A

Here is a detailed overview of the Leica X1 and Nikon A, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the X1 (12MP) and A (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The X1 was released 4 years earlier than the A and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the X1 grades against the A when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica X1 and Nikon Coolpix A. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica X1 Gallery and Nikon A Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica X1 provides exterior measurements of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Nikon A has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Leica X1 and Nikon A in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the X1 versus the A.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X1 and A is 89 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the X1 and A.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon A to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older X1 will be behind in sensor innovation.