Nikon V2 vs Leica C

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Nikon V2 vs Leica C

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1 inch 116.2mm²
14.2 megapixels
ISO 160 - 6400

Go in depth with our full Nikon V2 Review.
See real-world photos taken with the V2.

1/1.7 inch 43.3mm²
12.1 megapixels
28.00mm - 200.00mm (35mm eq.)

Go in depth with our full Leica C Review.

Succeeded by the Nikon V3
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Differences

Nikon V2 advantages over Leica C

Larger sensor
1 inch vs 1/1.7 inch
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 2.86 vs 1.90 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Higher effective ISO

Higher effective ISO

Maximum effective ISO is an estimate of the highest sensitivity at which a camera can capture excellent quality photos.

Cameras with higher effective ISO will be better choices for indoor photography, night shooting, and indoor sports photography, especially if you intend to make large prints.

You can learn more at our glossary entry.

Maximum effective ISO test data courtesy of DxO Mark.
V2 test data on DxO Mark C test data on DxO Mark

403 vs 193 iso
Take photos in low light with less noise
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Hot shoe
Hot shoe vs None
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
More pixels
14.2 vs 12.1 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Bulb shutter
Bulb vs No bulb
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos
Faster shutter
1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

Leica C advantages over Nikon V2

Less expensive
$699 vs $900 (MSRP)
Save money for lenses or accessories
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
Thinner
28 mm vs 45 mm
Thinner
Longer exposure
250 vs 30 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Higher extended ISO
12800 vs 6400 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Internal flash
Both provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Common Weaknesses

Focus peaking
Neither provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Touchscreen
Neither provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
External Mic Jack
Neither provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Review Excerpt

We haven’t reviewed the Nikon V2.
Read our Nikon V2 Initial Test

We haven’t reviewed the Leica C.
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The Competition

Compared to Canon S100

Nikon V2

Canon S100

$500
1 inch

Larger sensor
Slower slow-motion

$429
1/1.7 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon V2 vs Canon S100

Leica C

Canon S100

$699
1/1.7 inch

Eye-level viewfinder
In-camera panoramas

$429
1/1.7 inch

Less expensive
Built-in GPS

Compare Leica C vs Canon S100

Compared to Nikon V1

Nikon V2

Nikon V1

$500
1 inch

Higher effective ISO
On-sensor phase detect

$900
1 inch

Bigger pixels
Fast startup

Compare Nikon V2 vs Nikon V1

Leica C

Nikon V1

$699
1/1.7 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$900
1 inch

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Leica C vs Nikon V1

Compared to Panasonic LF1

Nikon V2

Panasonic LF1

$500
1 inch

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$248
1/1.7 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon V2 vs Panasonic LF1

Leica C

Panasonic LF1

$699
1/1.7 inch

$248
1/1.7 inch

Less expensive

Compare Leica C vs Panasonic LF1

Compared to Nikon AW1

Nikon V2

Nikon AW1

$500
1 inch

Eye-level viewfinder
Longer stills battery life

$797
1 inch

Waterproof
In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon V2 vs Nikon AW1

Leica C

Nikon AW1

$699
1/1.7 inch

Eye-level viewfinder
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$797
1 inch

Larger sensor
Waterproof

Compare Leica C vs Nikon AW1

Compared to Nikon V3

Nikon V2

Nikon V3

$500
1 inch

Less expensive
Has anti-aliasing filter

$1197
1 inch

Touchscreen
In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon V2 vs Nikon V3

Leica C

Nikon V3

$699
1/1.7 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$1197
1 inch

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Leica C vs Nikon V3

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