Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1
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![Leica M11 front Leica M11 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-M11/Leica-M11-front.jpg)
![Nikon 1 J1 front Nikon 1 J1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-1-J1.jpg)
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56 Overall
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Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 60MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 64 - 50000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 640g - 139 x 80 x 39mm
- Released January 2022
- Replaced the Leica M10
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 234g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Replacement is Nikon 1 J2
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Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Leica M11 versus Nikon 1 J1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the M11 (60MP) and 1 J1 (10MP) and the M11 (Full frame) and 1 J1 (1") provide totally different sensor measurements.
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The M11 was announced 10 years later than the 1 J1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the M11 grades vs the 1 J1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M11 and Nikon 1 J1. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M11 Gallery and Nikon 1 J1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M11 over the Nikon 1 J1
M11 | 1 J1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2022 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 122 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 2333k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1873k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Leica M11
1 J1 | M11 |
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Common features in the Leica M11 and Nikon 1 J1
M11 | 1 J1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display size | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica M11 has got outer measurements 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).
Compare the Leica M11 versus Nikon 1 J1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the M11 compared to the 1 J1.
![Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 size comparison Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M11-vs-Nikon-1-J1-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M11 and 1 J1 is 76 and 91 respectively.
![Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 top view buttons comparison Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M11-vs-Nikon-1-J1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M11 and 1 J1.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M11 with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Leica M11 will provide you with more detail with its extra 50MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger M11 will have an advantage in sensor technology.
![Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 sensor size comparison Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-M11-vs-Nikon-1-J1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M11-vs-Nikon-1-J1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J1 Specifications
Leica M11 | Nikon 1 J1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica M11 | Nikon 1 J1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2022-01-13 | 2012-01-20 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 864.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 60 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 9528 x 6328 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica M | Nikon 1 |
Total lenses | 62 | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.00 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 2,333 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3600 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.5 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/60 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 640 grams (1.41 lb) | 234 grams (0.52 lb) |
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 All around score | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 372 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 photos | 230 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BC-SCL7 | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12s) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | UHS II type SD | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $8,995 | $625 |