Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 J1

Here, we will be analyzing the Leica M Typ 262 versus Nikon 1 J1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and 1 J1 (10MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and 1 J1 (1") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The M Typ 262 was brought out 3 years after the 1 J1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the M Typ 262 grades against the 1 J1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Typ 262 and Nikon 1 J1. The entire galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery and Nikon 1 J1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica M Typ 262 comes with external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J1 has sizing of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Leica M Typ 262 versus Nikon 1 J1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the M Typ 262 vs the 1 J1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 262 and 1 J1 is 77 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The image underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 262 and 1 J1.

All in all, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 262 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Leica M Typ 262 will show more detail having its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent M Typ 262 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.