Leica M Edition 60 vs Nikon A1000

Its time to look closer at the Leica M Edition 60 versus Nikon A1000, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and A1000 (16MP) and the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and A1000 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The M Edition 60 was introduced 5 years prior to the A1000 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Leica M Edition 60 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon A1000 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the M Edition 60 matches up against the A1000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Edition 60 and Nikon Coolpix A1000. The whole galleries are available at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery and Nikon A1000 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M Edition 60 has physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Nikon A1000 has proportions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica M Edition 60 versus Nikon A1000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the M Edition 60 versus the A1000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M Edition 60 and A1000 is 74 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M Edition 60 and A1000.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M Edition 60 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica M Edition 60 will give you more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged M Edition 60 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.