Leica SL2-S vs Nikon 1 V2

Here is a detailed analysis of the Leica SL2-S vs Nikon 1 V2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the SL2-S (24MP) and 1 V2 (14MP) and the SL2-S (Full frame) and 1 V2 (1") possess different sensor size.

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The SL2-S was brought out 8 years later than the 1 V2 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SL2-S matches up vs the 1 V2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica SL2-S and Nikon 1 V2. The entire galleries are available at Leica SL2-S Gallery and Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica SL2-S enjoys physical measurements of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") and a weight of 931 grams (2.05 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V2 has proportions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SL2-S compared to the 1 V2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SL2-S and 1 V2 is 55 and 85 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SL2-S and 1 V2.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SL2-S because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Leica SL2-S will resolve greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SL2-S provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.