Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 J2

Below, we will be evaluating the Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 J2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and 1 J2 (10MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and 1 J2 (1") come with different sensor measurements.

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The M Typ 262 was revealed 3 years later than the 1 J2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the M Typ 262 matches up versus the 1 J2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Typ 262 and Nikon 1 J2. The full galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery and Nikon 1 J2 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica M Typ 262 comes with external dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J2 has measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 J2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the M Typ 262 versus the 1 J2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 262 and 1 J2 is 77 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The visual below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 262 and 1 J2.

All in all, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M Typ 262 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica M Typ 262 will show more detail because of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher M Typ 262 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.