Leica M9-P vs Nikon 1 S1

The following is a detailed analysis of the Leica M9-P versus Nikon 1 S1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the M9-P (18MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the M9-P (Full frame) and 1 S1 (1") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The M9-P was revealed 24 months prior to the 1 S1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the M9-P scores vs the 1 S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M9-P & Nikon 1 S1. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M9-P Gallery & Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Leica M9-P enjoys outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Nikon 1 S1 has sizing of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Leica M9-P versus Nikon 1 S1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the M9-P compared to the 1 S1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M9-P and 1 S1 is 78 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The pic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M9-P and 1 S1.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M9-P having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica M9-P will offer more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M9-P is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.