Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 AW1

The following is a complete review of the Leica M11 and Nikon 1 AW1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the M11 (60MP) and 1 AW1 (14MP) and the M11 (Full frame) and 1 AW1 (1") boast different sensor measurements.

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The M11 was released 8 years after the 1 AW1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the M11 grades against the 1 AW1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M11 and Nikon 1 AW1. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M11 Gallery and Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Leica M11 has got outer measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) while the Nikon 1 AW1 has proportions of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica M11 and Nikon 1 AW1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the M11 compared to the 1 AW1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M11 and 1 AW1 is 76 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M11 and 1 AW1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M11 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Leica M11 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 46MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern M11 should have an edge in sensor innovation.