Leica M Typ 240 vs Nikon 1 J1

Below is a thorough comparison of the Leica M Typ 240 and Nikon 1 J1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and 1 J1 (10MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and 1 J1 (1") have totally different sensor size.

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The M Typ 240 was unveiled 9 months later than the 1 J1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the M Typ 240 scores vs the 1 J1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Typ 240 and Nikon 1 J1. The full galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and Nikon 1 J1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Typ 240 has got outside 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 1 J1 has dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check out the Leica M Typ 240 and Nikon 1 J1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the M Typ 240 against the 1 J1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 240 and 1 J1 is 74 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The visual below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 240 and 1 J1.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M Typ 240 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica M Typ 240 will offer you more detail having an extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent M Typ 240 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.