Leica T Type 701 vs Nikon 1 J4

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Leica T Type 701 and Nikon 1 J4, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the T Type 701 (16MP) and the 1 J4 (18MP) is relatively comparable but the T Type 701 (APS-C) and 1 J4 (1") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The T Type 701 was manufactured at a similar time to the 1 J4 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the T Type 701 grades versus the 1 J4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica T Typ 701 and Nikon 1 J4. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica T Type 701 Gallery and Nikon 1 J4 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica T Type 701 comes with outer measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J4 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check out the Leica T Type 701 and Nikon 1 J4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the T Type 701 vs the 1 J4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T Type 701 and 1 J4 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The graphic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the T Type 701 and 1 J4.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The T Type 701 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon 1 J4 will provide more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively.