• 35mm 855.6mm2
  • 24.0 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 11.8 megapixels
  • 25.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Leica M-D (Typ 262) advantages over Nikon 80

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.99 vs 1.55 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • More pixels
    24.0 vs 11.8 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 1 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Nikon 80 advantages over Leica M-D (Typ 262)

  • Rear display
    Yes vs No
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Less expensive
    $280 vs $5995 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • 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
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Thinner
    15 mm vs 42 mm
    Thinner
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Lighter weight
    74g vs 720g
    Lighter weight
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Faster shutter
    1/6400 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • 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
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Samsung ST66

Leica M-D (Typ 262)
Samsung ST66
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Less expensive

Compare Leica M-D (Typ 262) vs Samsung ST66

Nikon 80
Samsung ST66
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon 80 vs Samsung ST66

Compared to Leica M-P (Typ 240)

Leica M-D (Typ 262)
Leica M-P (Typ 240)
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • Longer exposure
  • $7495
  • 35mm
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compare Leica M-D (Typ 262) vs Leica M-P (Typ 240)

Nikon 80
Leica M-P (Typ 240)
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $7495
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Nikon 80 vs Leica M-P (Typ 240)

Compared to Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)

Leica M-D (Typ 262)
Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • $7595
  • 35mm
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compare Leica M-D (Typ 262) vs Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)

Nikon 80
Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $7595
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Nikon 80 vs Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)

Compared to Olympus TG-Tracker

Leica M-D (Typ 262)
Olympus TG-Tracker
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Rear display
  • Less expensive

Compare Leica M-D (Typ 262) vs Olympus TG-Tracker

Nikon 80
Olympus TG-Tracker
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $450
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Nikon 80 vs Olympus TG-Tracker

Compared to Leica M10

Leica M-D (Typ 262)
Leica M10
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • $7995
  • 35mm
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking

Compare Leica M-D (Typ 262) vs Leica M10

Nikon 80
Leica M10
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $7995
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

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