Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon 1 AW1

Below, we will be evaluating the Leica M-Monochrom versus Nikon 1 AW1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and 1 AW1 (14MP) and the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and 1 AW1 (1") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The M-Monochrom was manufactured 16 months earlier than the 1 AW1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the M-Monochrom grades against the 1 AW1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-Monochrom and Nikon 1 AW1. The entire galleries are provided at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery and Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Leica M-Monochrom offers external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Nikon 1 AW1 has specifications of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the M-Monochrom vs the 1 AW1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M-Monochrom and 1 AW1 is 78 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The graphic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M-Monochrom and 1 AW1.

All in all, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M-Monochrom because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica M-Monochrom will produce extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older M-Monochrom will be behind in sensor tech.