Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon 1 V3
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon 1 V3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 10000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Announced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 381g - 111 x 65 x 33mm
- Introduced March 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon 1 V2
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Here, we are comparing the Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon 1 V3, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and the 1 V3 (18MP) is fairly similar but the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and 1 V3 (1") provide totally different sensor size.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe M-Monochrom was introduced 22 months prior to the 1 V3 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the M-Monochrom grades vs the 1 V3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M-Monochrom & Nikon 1 V3. The whole galleries are provided at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery & Nikon 1 V3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Nikon 1 V3
| M-Monochrom | 1 V3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V3 over the Leica M-Monochrom
| 1 V3 | M-Monochrom | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | March 2014 |  | May 2012 | Newer by 22 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 1037k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+807k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Leica M-Monochrom and Nikon 1 V3
| M-Monochrom | 1 V3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon 1 V3 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-Monochrom enjoys outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V3 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the M-Monochrom against the 1 V3.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M-Monochrom and 1 V3 is 78 and 87 respectively.
Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon 1 V3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M-Monochrom and 1 V3.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The M-Monochrom includes the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult. The more aged M-Monochrom is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon 1 V3 Specifications
| Leica M-Monochrom | Nikon 1 V3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Leica | Nikon |
| Model type | Leica M-Monochrom | Nikon 1 V3 |
| Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2012-05-10 | 2014-03-13 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Expeed 4A |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
| Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 18MP | 18MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 5232 x 3488 |
| Highest native ISO | 10000 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 160 | 160 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 171 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Leica M | Nikon 1 |
| Total lenses | 59 | 13 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1,037k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen tech | TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover | TFT-LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 32s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 60.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.00 m (ISO 100) |
| Flash options | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/250s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
| Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 600 gr (1.32 lbs) | 381 gr (0.84 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 111 x 65 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 52 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.7 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 384 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 pictures | 310 pictures |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | EN-EL20a |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card | microSD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $7,950 | $997 |