Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 J1
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 J1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Announced November 2015
- Also referred to as Typ 262
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 234g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Announced January 2012
- Replacement is Nikon 1 J2
Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 J1 Overview
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.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 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.
Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 J1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 262 over the Nikon 1 J1
M Typ 262 | 1 J1 | |||
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Announced | November 2015 | January 2012 | More modern by 47 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Leica M Typ 262
1 J1 | M Typ 262 |
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Common features in the Leica M Typ 262 and Nikon 1 J1
M Typ 262 | 1 J1 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 J1 Physical Comparison
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.
Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 J1 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 J1 Specifications
Leica M Typ 262 | Nikon 1 J1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica M Typ 262 | Nikon 1 J1 |
Also Known as | Typ 262 | - |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2015-11-19 | 2012-01-20 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Maestro | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 855.6mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5952 x 3976 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Nikon 1 |
Total lenses | 59 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/60s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Max video resolution | - | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 600 gr (1.32 lb) | 234 gr (0.52 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 372 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 230 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-SCL2 | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $5,069 | $625 |