Leica X2 vs Nikon S4300
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Leica X2 vs Nikon S4300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12500
- No Video
- 36mm (F2.8) lens
- 345g - 124 x 69 x 52mm
- Announced May 2012
- Earlier Model is Leica X1
- Newer Model is Leica X Vario
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2012
Leica X2 vs Nikon S4300 Overview
Let's look closer at the Leica X2 vs Nikon S4300, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the X2 (16MP) and the S4300 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the X2 (APS-C) and S4300 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe X2 was announced 4 months after the S4300 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Leica X2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon S4300 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the X2 scores versus the S4300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica X2 vs Nikon S4300 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica X2 & Nikon Coolpix S4300. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica X2 Gallery & Nikon S4300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica X2 over the Nikon S4300
X2 | S4300 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Leica X2
S4300 | X2 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica X2 and Nikon S4300
X2 | S4300 | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | February 2012 | Similar age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Leica X2 vs Nikon S4300 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica X2 enjoys outer measurements of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) whilst the Nikon S4300 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Leica X2 vs Nikon S4300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the X2 compared to the S4300.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the X2 and S4300 is 83 and 95 respectively.
Leica X2 vs Nikon S4300 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X2 and S4300.
To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The X2 contains the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field simpler.
Leica X2 vs Nikon S4300 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica X2 vs Nikon S4300 Specifications
Leica X2 | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica X2 | Nikon Coolpix S4300 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-05-10 | 2012-02-01 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12500 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36mm (1x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 30cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 345 grams (0.76 pounds) | 139 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 69 x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 pictures | 180 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $994 | $119 |