Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 AW1

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Leica M Typ 262 and Nikon 1 AW1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and 1 AW1 (14MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and 1 AW1 (1") use different sensor measurements.

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The M Typ 262 was manufactured 2 years later than the 1 AW1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the M Typ 262 matches up against the 1 AW1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 262 and Nikon 1 AW1. The entire galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery and Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Typ 262 comes with external dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Nikon 1 AW1 has dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

Examine the Leica M Typ 262 and Nikon 1 AW1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the M Typ 262 and the 1 AW1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 262 and 1 AW1 is 77 and 86 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M Typ 262 and 1 AW1.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M Typ 262 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Leica M Typ 262 will produce more detail due to its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger M Typ 262 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.