Leica M9 vs Nikon 1 J4
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Leica M9 vs Nikon 1 J4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2500
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 585g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Launched September 2009
- Successor is Leica M9-P
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 232g - 100 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced April 2014
- Earlier Model is Nikon 1 J3
- Renewed by Nikon 1 J5
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On this page, we will be comparing the Leica M9 and Nikon 1 J4, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the M9 (18MP) and the 1 J4 (18MP) is relatively similar but the M9 (Full frame) and 1 J4 (1") provide totally different sensor sizes.
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Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the M9 matches up against the 1 J4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Leica M9 over the Nikon 1 J4
| M9 | 1 J4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J4 over the Leica M9
| 1 J4 | M9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | April 2014 |  | September 2009 | More recent by 55 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 1037k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+807k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica M9 and Nikon 1 J4
| M9 | 1 J4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Leica M9 vs Nikon 1 J4 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Leica M9 has got outer dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J4 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check the Leica M9 and Nikon 1 J4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the M9 vs the 1 J4.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M9 and 1 J4 is 79 and 92 respectively.
Leica M9 vs Nikon 1 J4 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The photograph below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M9 and 1 J4.
All in all, both cameras have the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The M9 has the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The older M9 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Leica M9 vs Nikon 1 J4 Specifications
| Leica M9 | Nikon 1 J4 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Leica | Nikon |
| Model type | Leica M9 | Nikon 1 J4 |
| Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2009-09-09 | 2014-04-10 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Expeed 4 |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
| Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 5232 x 3488 |
| Max native ISO | 2500 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 160 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 171 |
| Cross type focus points | - | 105 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Leica M | Nikon 1 |
| Total lenses | 59 | 13 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,037k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | TFT color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 60.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.00 m (ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Auto, auto + red-eye reduction, fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1472 x 984 (60p, 30p) |
| Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 585 grams (1.29 lb) | 232 grams (0.51 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 100 x 60 x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 69 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.5 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 884 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 pictures | 300 pictures |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | EN-EL22 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card | microSD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $2,750 | $600 |