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Leica SL vs Nikon 1 V2

Portability
67
Imaging
72
Features
78
Overall
74
Leica SL front
 
Nikon 1 V2 front
Portability
85
Imaging
44
Features
66
Overall
52

Leica SL vs Nikon 1 V2 Key Specs

Leica SL
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 50 - 50000
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 847g - 147 x 104 x 39mm
  • Launched October 2015
  • Also Known as Typ 601
  • Renewed by Leica SL2
Nikon 1 V2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 160 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
  • Announced October 2012
  • Previous Model is Nikon 1 V1
  • Refreshed by Nikon 1 V3
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Leica SL vs Nikon 1 V2 Overview

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Leica SL vs Nikon 1 V2, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the SL (24MP) and 1 V2 (14MP) and the SL (Full frame) and 1 V2 (1") posses totally different sensor size.

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The SL was unveiled 3 years after the 1 V2 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the SL grades versus the 1 V2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Leica SL over the Nikon 1 V2

 SL 1 V2 
AnnouncedOctober 2015October 2012Newer by 37 months
Screen resolution1040k921kCrisper screen (+119k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Leica SL

 1 V2 SL 

Common features in the Leica SL and Nikon 1 V2

 SL 1 V2 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen size
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Leica SL vs Nikon 1 V2 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Leica SL offers physical dimensions of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 V2 has specifications of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") having a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SL compared to the 1 V2.

Leica SL vs Nikon 1 V2 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SL and 1 V2 is 67 and 85 respectively.

Leica SL vs Nikon 1 V2 top view buttons comparison

Leica SL vs Nikon 1 V2 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL and 1 V2.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SL with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Leica SL will result in greater detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SL is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

Leica SL vs Nikon 1 V2 sensor size comparison

Leica SL vs Nikon 1 V2 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica SL vs Nikon 1 V2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica SL Portrait photography factors
Nikon 1 V2 Portrait photography factors
83
manual focus
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports face detect autofocus
delivers RAW files
66
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
sensor size is decent (1")
includes face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Leica SL Street photography info
Nikon 1 V2 Street photography info
69
sensor size is big (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
features focus by touch
weather sealing
great ISO range (50,000)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
63
sensor size is decent (1")
saves RAW formats
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Leica SL Sports photography factors
Nikon 1 V2 Sports photography factors
67
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
weather sealing
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery life (400 CIPA)
no phase detect autofocus
63
silent shutter (1/16,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (1")
includes tracking focus
comes with phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Leica SL Travel photography info
Nikon 1 V2 Travel photography info
65
weather sealing
features focus by touch
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
not so great battery life (400 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
62
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Leica SL as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon 1 V2 as a Landscape photography camera
77
manual focus
change lenses (Leica L mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
no anti aliasing filter
great ISO range (50,000)
delivers RAW files
weather sealing
2 card slots
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery life (400 per charge)
63
manual focus
change lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
screen is a decent size (3")
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (1")
saves RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica SL as a Vlogging camera
Nikon 1 V2 as a Vlogging camera
33
built-in touchscreen
supports face detect autofocus
high res video (4096 x 2160 pxls)
comes with mic support
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
29
includes face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have microphone jack
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Leica SL vs Nikon 1 V2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica SL and Nikon 1 V2
 Leica SLNikon 1 V2
General Information
Brand Name Leica Nikon
Model type Leica SL Nikon 1 V2
Also Known as Typ 601 -
Type Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2015-10-21 2012-10-24
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Maestro II Expeed 3A
Sensor type CMOS 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 24 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 6000 x 4000 4608 x 3072
Highest native ISO 50000 6400
Min native ISO 50 160
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 49 73
Lens
Lens support Leica L Nikon 1
Available lenses 30 13
Crop factor 1 2.7
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 1,040k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 4,400k dot 1,440k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Maximum silent shutter speed - 1/16000s
Continuous shooting speed 11.0 frames per second 15.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash -
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 60p, 30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200)
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn Optional
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 847 grams (1.87 lbs) 278 grams (0.61 lbs)
Physical dimensions 147 x 104 x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 88 50
DXO Color Depth rating 25.0 20.2
DXO Dynamic range rating 13.4 10.8
DXO Low light rating 1821 403
Other
Battery life 400 photos 310 photos
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID BP-SCL4 EN-EL21
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 secs) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1) SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots Dual One
Launch pricing $7,450 $599