Leica M Typ 240 vs Nikon 1 S1

Let's take a more detailed look at the Leica M Typ 240 vs Nikon 1 S1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and 1 S1 (1") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The M Typ 240 was brought out 9 months prior to the 1 S1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the M Typ 240 grades against the 1 S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Typ 240 and Nikon 1 S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica M Typ 240 has external dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Nikon 1 S1 has measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the M Typ 240 versus the 1 S1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 240 and 1 S1 is 74 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M Typ 240 and 1 S1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 240 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Leica M Typ 240 will produce greater detail having its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged M Typ 240 will be behind in sensor technology.