Leica M Typ 240 vs Nikon 1 S2

Here, we are comparing the Leica M Typ 240 versus Nikon 1 S2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and 1 S2 (1") have different sensor sizes.

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The M Typ 240 was revealed 20 months earlier than the 1 S2 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the M Typ 240 matches up versus the 1 S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Typ 240 and Nikon 1 S2. The full galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and Nikon 1 S2 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica M Typ 240 provides outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 S2 has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the M Typ 240 compared to the 1 S2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 240 and 1 S2 is 74 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M Typ 240 and 1 S2.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M Typ 240 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Leica M Typ 240 will produce extra detail because of its extra 9.8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older M Typ 240 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.