Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 V1
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 V1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Revealed November 2015
- Other Name is Typ 262
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
- Released January 2012
- Renewed by Nikon 1 V2
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The following is a extensive overview of the Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 V1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and 1 V1 (10MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and 1 V1 (1") provide different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe M Typ 262 was unveiled 3 years after the 1 V1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the M Typ 262 matches up vs the 1 V1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 262 and Nikon 1 V1. The full galleries are available at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery and Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 262 over the Nikon 1 V1
| M Typ 262 | 1 V1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | November 2015 |  | January 2012 | Newer by 47 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Leica M Typ 262
| 1 V1 | M Typ 262 |
|---|
Common features in the Leica M Typ 262 and Nikon 1 V1
| M Typ 262 | 1 V1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display sizing |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 921k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 V1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica M Typ 262 has exterior dimensions 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 V1 has sizing of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the M Typ 262 compared to the 1 V1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 262 and 1 V1 is 77 and 84 respectively.
Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 V1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 262 and 1 V1.
All in all, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M Typ 262 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica M Typ 262 will show extra detail having an extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent M Typ 262 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 V1 Specifications
| Leica M Typ 262 | Nikon 1 V1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Leica | Nikon |
| Model type | Leica M Typ 262 | Nikon 1 V1 |
| Also called | Typ 262 | - |
| Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2015-11-19 | 2012-01-20 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Maestro | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 855.6mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 5952 x 3976 | 3872 x 2592 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 135 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Leica M | Nikon 1 |
| Available lenses | 59 | 13 |
| Crop factor | 1 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 921k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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) |
| Highest video resolution | - | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 600 gr (1.32 lb) | 383 gr (0.84 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 54 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.3 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.0 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 346 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 350 photographs |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | BP-SCL2 | EN-EL15 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $5,069 | $670 |
