Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 J5

Following is a in depth overview of the Leica M Typ 262 versus Nikon 1 J5, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and the 1 J5 (21MP) is fairly comparable but the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and 1 J5 (1") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M Typ 262 was manufactured 8 months after the 1 J5 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the M Typ 262 grades against the 1 J5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Typ 262 and Nikon 1 J5. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery and Nikon 1 J5 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Leica M Typ 262 has got external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J5 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the M Typ 262 compared to the 1 J5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 262 and 1 J5 is 77 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the M Typ 262 and 1 J5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 262 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica M Typ 262 will provide extra detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The younger M Typ 262 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.