Leica M Edition 60 vs Nikon 1 J1

Below is a extensive review of the Leica M Edition 60 vs Nikon 1 J1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and 1 J1 (10MP) and the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and 1 J1 (1") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The M Edition 60 was introduced 2 years later than the 1 J1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the M Edition 60 grades versus the 1 J1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Edition 60 & Nikon 1 J1. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Nikon 1 J1 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Leica M Edition 60 has got physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J1 has specifications of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the M Edition 60 compared to the 1 J1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Edition 60 and 1 J1 is 74 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Edition 60 and 1 J1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M Edition 60 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Leica M Edition 60 will result in extra detail using its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher M Edition 60 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.