Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 S1

Lets examine more closely at the Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 S1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the M11 (60MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the M11 (Full frame) and 1 S1 (1") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The M11 was launched 8 years after the 1 S1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the M11 matches up versus the 1 S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M11 and Nikon 1 S1. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M11 Gallery and Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica M11 offers outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) while the Nikon 1 S1 has dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica M11 vs Nikon 1 S1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the M11 versus the 1 S1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M11 and 1 S1 is 76 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the M11 and 1 S1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M11 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Leica M11 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 50 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent M11 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.