Leica M11 Monochrome vs Nikon 1 J1
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Leica M11 Monochrome vs Nikon 1 J1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 60MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 50000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 640g - 139 x 80 x 39mm
- Released April 2023
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 234g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Announced January 2012
- Updated by Nikon 1 J2

Leica M11 Monochrome vs Nikon 1 J1 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Leica M11 Monochrome vs Nikon 1 J1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the M11 Monochrome (60MP) and 1 J1 (10MP) and the M11 Monochrome (Full frame) and 1 J1 (1") provide totally different sensor measurements.

The M11 Monochrome was unveiled 11 years after the 1 J1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the M11 Monochrome grades vs the 1 J1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica M11 Monochrome vs Nikon 1 J1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M11 Monochrome and Nikon 1 J1. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M11 Monochrome Gallery and Nikon 1 J1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M11 Monochrome over the Nikon 1 J1
M11 Monochrome | 1 J1 | |||
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Announced | April 2023 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 137 months |
Screen resolution | 2333k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+1873k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Leica M11 Monochrome
1 J1 | M11 Monochrome |
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Common features in the Leica M11 Monochrome and Nikon 1 J1
M11 Monochrome | 1 J1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Leica M11 Monochrome vs Nikon 1 J1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica M11 Monochrome offers outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J1 has dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
Examine the Leica M11 Monochrome vs Nikon 1 J1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the M11 Monochrome vs the 1 J1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M11 Monochrome and 1 J1 is 76 and 91 respectively.

Leica M11 Monochrome vs Nikon 1 J1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M11 Monochrome and 1 J1.
Clearly, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M11 Monochrome having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica M11 Monochrome will give extra detail having an extra 50MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern M11 Monochrome is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

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Leica M11 Monochrome vs Nikon 1 J1 Specifications
Leica M11 Monochrome | Nikon 1 J1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica M11 Monochrome | Nikon 1 J1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2023-04-14 | 2012-01-20 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 60 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 9528 x 6328 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica M | Nikon 1 |
Number of lenses | 62 | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.00" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 2,333k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 3600 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.5 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/60 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 640 grams (1.41 lbs) | 234 grams (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 100 | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.3 | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.8 | 11.0 |
DXO Low light score | 3376 | 372 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 images | 230 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BC-SCL7 | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12s) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | UHS II type SD | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $9,195 | $625 |