Leica M Edition 60 vs Nikon 1 V1

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Leica M Edition 60 versus Nikon 1 V1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and 1 V1 (10MP) and the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and 1 V1 (1") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The M Edition 60 was released 2 years later than the 1 V1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the M Edition 60 matches up versus the 1 V1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Edition 60 & Nikon 1 V1. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Leica M Edition 60 features outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V1 has sizing of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

Check the Leica M Edition 60 versus Nikon 1 V1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the M Edition 60 vs the 1 V1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M Edition 60 and 1 V1 is 74 and 84 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M Edition 60 and 1 V1.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M Edition 60 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Leica M Edition 60 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger M Edition 60 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.