Leica TL vs Nikon 1 AW1
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Leica TL vs Nikon 1 AW1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica L Mount
- 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Released November 2016
- Replacement is Leica TL2
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 356g - 114 x 72 x 37mm
- Introduced September 2013
Leica TL vs Nikon 1 AW1 Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Leica TL versus Nikon 1 AW1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the TL (16MP) and the 1 AW1 (14MP) is very well matched but the TL (APS-C) and 1 AW1 (1") boast totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TL was released 3 years after the 1 AW1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the TL matches up versus the 1 AW1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Leica TL vs Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica TL & Nikon 1 AW1. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica TL Gallery & Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Nikon 1 AW1
TL | 1 AW1 | |||
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Introduced | November 2016 | September 2013 | More modern by 39 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.7" | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 921k | Sharper display (+309k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 AW1 over the Leica TL
1 AW1 | TL |
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Common features in the Leica TL and Nikon 1 AW1
TL | 1 AW1 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Leica TL vs Nikon 1 AW1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica TL provides physical 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 AW1 has proportions of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).
Check the Leica TL versus Nikon 1 AW1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the TL compared to the 1 AW1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL and 1 AW1 is 85 and 86 respectively.
Leica TL vs Nikon 1 AW1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL and 1 AW1.
As you can see, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TL due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Leica TL will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The younger TL is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Leica TL vs Nikon 1 AW1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica TL vs Nikon 1 AW1 Specifications
Leica TL | Nikon 1 AW1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica TL | Nikon 1 AW1 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2016-11-08 | 2013-09-19 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | EXPEED 3A |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4608 x 3072 |
Highest native ISO | 12500 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Nikon 1 |
Amount of lenses | 4 | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 60.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, off, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction | Fill flash, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye w/slow sync, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/60 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 240 (400 fps), 320 x 120 (1200 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 384 gr (0.85 pounds) | 356 gr (0.78 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 114 x 72 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 51 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 428 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 images | 220 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC13 | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $1,009 | $0 |