Leica M8 vs Nikon 1 V1

The following is a thorough review of the Leica M8 and Nikon 1 V1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the M8 (10MP) and the 1 V1 (10MP) is very well matched but the M8 (APS-H) and 1 V1 (1") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M8 was brought out 5 years before the 1 V1 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the M8 matches up versus the 1 V1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M8 and Nikon 1 V1. The entire galleries are available at Leica M8 Gallery and Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica M8 offers physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V1 has dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

Contrast the Leica M8 and Nikon 1 V1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the M8 versus the 1 V1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M8 and 1 V1 is 79 and 84 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M8 and 1 V1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The M8 features the larger sensor which will make getting bokeh less difficult. The more aged M8 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.