Leica S (Typ 007) vs Nikon D7200

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Leica S (Typ 007) vs Nikon D7200

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Medium format 1,350.0mm²
37.5 megapixels
ISO 100 - 6400

Go in depth with our full Leica S (Typ 007) Review.

APS-C 366.6mm²
24.2 megapixels
ISO 100 - 25,600

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Succeeded by the Nikon D7500
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Differences

Leica S (Typ 007) advantages over Nikon D7200

Focus peaking
Peaker vs Non-peaker
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Larger sensor
Medium format vs APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 6.00 vs 3.92 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Shoot 4K video
4K (DCI) vs 1080p
Make sure you have a fast computer
Built-in GPS
GPS vs None
Geotag your photos
More viewfinder magnification
1.09x vs 0.63x
Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
More pixels
37.5 vs 24.2 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Longer exposure
125 vs 30 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Bigger JPEG buffer
Unlimited vs 56 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Nikon D7200 advantages over Leica S (Typ 007)

Lens selection
Excellent vs Limited
Better lens selection gives you more options
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
More cross-type AF points
15 vs 1
Cross-type AF points improve autofocus performance
Higher max flash sync
1/250 vs 1/125 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
More dots on screen
1229k vs 922k dots
Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
More AF points
51 vs 1
More AF points improve autofocus
Faster JPEG shooting
5.8 fps vs 3.5 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster shutter
1/8000 vs 1/4000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light
Higher extended ISO
25600 vs 6400 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
Top deck display
Both provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
External Mic Jack
Both provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Pentaprism viewfinder
Both provide
Much better viewfinder picture fidelity
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Dual card slots
Both provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Both provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Neither provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Touchscreen
Neither provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

We haven’t reviewed the Leica S (Typ 007).
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Rugged, weather-sealed body; Great ergonomics and loads of controls; Accurate optical viewfinder; Excellent image quality; Decent burst speed; Swift autofocus; Generous buffer depths; Superb battery life
Mixes plastic and magnesium-alloy panels on exterior; LCD monitor can't be tilted or swiveled; Presents a steep learning curve; No focus peaking in live view; Video mode feels a bit of an afterthought; New Wi-Fi features are rough around the edges
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The Competition

Compared to Nikon D7500

Leica S (Typ 007)

Nikon D7500

$19995
Medium format

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$864
APS-C

Lens selection
Touchscreen

Compare Leica S (Typ 007) vs Nikon D7500

Nikon D7200

Nikon D7500

$1016
APS-C

NFC
More telephoto lens reach

$864
APS-C

Less expensive
Shoot 4K video

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Compared to Leica S2

Leica S (Typ 007)

Leica S2

$19995
Medium format

Focus peaking
Shoot 4K video

$22995
Medium format

Compare Leica S (Typ 007) vs Leica S2

Nikon D7200

Leica S2

$1016
APS-C

Lens selection
Built-in Wi-Fi

$22995
Medium format

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

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Compared to Leica S (Typ 006)

Leica S (Typ 007)

Leica S (Typ 006)

$19995
Medium format

Focus peaking
Shoot 4K video

$10535
Medium format

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Nikon D7200

Leica S (Typ 006)

$1016
APS-C

Lens selection
Built-in Wi-Fi

$10535
Medium format

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

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Compared to Sony A77 II

Leica S (Typ 007)

Sony A77 II

$19995
Medium format

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$1198
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Lens selection

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Nikon D7200

Sony A77 II

$1016
APS-C

Lens selection
Fast startup

$1198
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Focus peaking

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Compared to Leica S-E (Typ 006)

Leica S (Typ 007)

Leica S-E (Typ 006)

$19995
Medium format

Focus peaking
Shoot 4K video

$16900
Medium format

Less expensive

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Nikon D7200

Leica S-E (Typ 006)

$1016
APS-C

Lens selection
Built-in Wi-Fi

$16900
Medium format

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

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