Leica SL2 vs Nikon 1 V2
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Leica SL2 vs Nikon 1 V2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 835g - 146 x 107 x 83mm
- Revealed November 2019
- Succeeded the Leica SL
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
- Launched October 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon 1 V1
- Newer Model is Nikon 1 V3

Leica SL2 vs Nikon 1 V2 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Leica SL2 and Nikon 1 V2, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the SL2 (47MP) and 1 V2 (14MP) and the SL2 (Full frame) and 1 V2 (1") use different sensor sizes.

The SL2 was released 7 years after the 1 V2 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SL2 matches up versus the 1 V2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Leica SL2 vs Nikon 1 V2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica SL2 & Nikon 1 V2. The complete galleries are available at Leica SL2 Gallery & Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica SL2 over the Nikon 1 V2
SL2 | 1 V2 | |||
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Launched | November 2019 | ![]() | October 2012 | More modern by 86 months |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+1179k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Leica SL2
1 V2 | SL2 |
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Common features in the Leica SL2 and Nikon 1 V2
SL2 | 1 V2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Leica SL2 vs Nikon 1 V2 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica SL2 comes with physical measurements of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") and a weight of 835 grams (1.84 lbs) and 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).
Analyze the Leica SL2 and Nikon 1 V2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SL2 and the 1 V2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SL2 and 1 V2 is 57 and 85 respectively.

Leica SL2 vs Nikon 1 V2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SL2 and 1 V2.
Clearly, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SL2 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica SL2 will give more detail as a result of its extra 33 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer SL2 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Leica SL2 vs Nikon 1 V2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica SL2 vs Nikon 1 V2 Specifications
Leica SL2 | Nikon 1 V2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica SL2 | Nikon 1 V2 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2019-11-06 | 2012-10-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Maestro III | 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 | 47 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 8368 x 5584 | 4608 x 3072 |
Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 73 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | Nikon 1 |
Amount of lenses | 30 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dots | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1800s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/40000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 20.0fps | 15.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/4096 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/4096 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/4096 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/4096 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM/1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 835 grams (1.84 pounds) | 278 grams (0.61 pounds) |
Dimensions | 146 x 107 x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") | 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 403 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 pictures | 310 pictures |
Type of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-SCL4 | EN-EL21 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Dual | 1 |
Price at release | $5,995 | $599 |