Leica M9 vs Nikon 1 S1

Lets take a closer look at the Leica M9 vs Nikon 1 S1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the M9 (18MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the M9 (Full frame) and 1 S1 (1") come with totally different sensor size.

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The M9 was manufactured 4 years before the 1 S1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the M9 scores against the 1 S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M9 & Nikon 1 S1. The entire galleries are available at Leica M9 Gallery & Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Leica M9 has got outer measurements 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 S1 has specifications of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the M9 against the 1 S1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M9 and 1 S1 is 79 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The visual below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M9 and 1 S1.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M9 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Leica M9 will provide greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older M9 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.