Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 V3

Its time to take a closer look at the Leica M Typ 262 vs Nikon 1 V3, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and 1 V3 (18MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and 1 V3 (1") posses totally different sensor size.

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The M Typ 262 was announced 21 months after the 1 V3 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the M Typ 262 grades against the 1 V3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 262 & Nikon 1 V3. The whole galleries are available at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Nikon 1 V3 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Leica M Typ 262 has external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V3 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the M Typ 262 against the 1 V3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 262 and 1 V3 is 77 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 262 and 1 V3.

As you can tell, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 262 with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Leica M Typ 262 will produce more detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern M Typ 262 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.