Leica M10 vs Nikon 1 V1

In this article, we are looking at the Leica M10 versus Nikon 1 V1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the M10 (24MP) and 1 V1 (10MP) and the M10 (Full frame) and 1 V1 (1") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The M10 was released 5 years later than the 1 V1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the M10 grades vs the 1 V1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M10 & Nikon 1 V1. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica M10 Gallery & Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica M10 has got exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V1 has dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

Check the Leica M10 versus Nikon 1 V1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the M10 versus the 1 V1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the M10 and 1 V1 is 75 and 84 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M10 and 1 V1.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M10 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica M10 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher M10 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.