Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 J4

Following is a in depth comparison of the Leica M11 versus Nikon 1 J4, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the M11 (60MP) and 1 J4 (18MP) and the M11 (Full frame) and 1 J4 (1") boast totally different sensor size.

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The M11 was brought out 7 years after the 1 J4 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the M11 grades vs the 1 J4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M11 & Nikon 1 J4. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M11 Gallery & Nikon 1 J4 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Leica M11 has external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) and the Nikon 1 J4 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the M11 compared to the 1 J4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M11 and 1 J4 is 76 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the M11 and 1 J4.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M11 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Leica M11 will result in more detail having its extra 42 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern M11 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.