Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 V1

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.