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Leica TL vs Nikon 1 J3

Portability
85
Imaging
60
Features
58
Overall
59
Leica TL front
 
Nikon 1 J3 front
Portability
92
Imaging
44
Features
63
Overall
51

Leica TL vs Nikon 1 J3 Key Specs

Leica TL
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12500
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
  • Released November 2016
  • Later Model is Leica TL2
Nikon 1 J3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 160 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
  • Released November 2013
  • Older Model is Nikon 1 J2
  • New Model is Nikon 1 J4
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Leica TL vs Nikon 1 J3 Overview

Here is a extensive analysis of the Leica TL versus Nikon 1 J3, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the TL (16MP) and the 1 J3 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the TL (APS-C) and 1 J3 (1") use different sensor measurements.

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The TL was introduced 2 years later than the 1 J3 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TL matches up against the 1 J3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Nikon 1 J3

 TL 1 J3 
ReleasedNovember 2016November 2013Fresher by 36 months
Display sizing3.7"3"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution1230k921kSharper display (+309k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Leica TL

 1 J3 TL 

Common features in the Leica TL and Nikon 1 J3

 TL 1 J3 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Leica TL vs Nikon 1 J3 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Leica TL has got exterior dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J3 has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

See the Leica TL versus Nikon 1 J3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the TL versus the 1 J3.

Leica TL vs Nikon 1 J3 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TL and 1 J3 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Leica TL vs Nikon 1 J3 top view buttons comparison

Leica TL vs Nikon 1 J3 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The visual here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL and 1 J3.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TL with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Leica TL will show more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer TL should have an edge in sensor technology.

Leica TL vs Nikon 1 J3 sensor size comparison

Leica TL vs Nikon 1 J3 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica TL vs Nikon 1 J3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Leica TL
Portrait photography with Nikon 1 J3
76
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features face detect autofocus
exports RAW formats
58
you can focus manually
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
good sensor size (1")
exports RAW files
cannot use external flash
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Street Comparison

Leica TL Street photography advice
Nikon 1 J3 Street photography advice
70
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
has touch to focus
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
70
good sensor size (1")
exports RAW files
lighter than competition in class (201 grams)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Leica TL Sports photography features
Nikon 1 J3 Sports photography features
55
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect autofocus
57
silent shooting (1/16,000s)
decent megapixels (14MP)
good sensor size (1")
offers tracking focus
supports phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
terrible battery power (220 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Leica TL as a Travel photography camera
Nikon 1 J3 as a Travel photography camera
70
has touch to focus
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
no Timelapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
69
lighter than competition in class (201 grams)
decent megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
terrible battery power (220 per charge)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Leica TL Landscape photography info
Nikon 1 J3 Landscape photography info
70
manual focus
change lenses (Leica L mount)
bigger than average screen (3.7 inch)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
no Timelapse function
64
you can focus manually
change lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
nice screen size (3")
decent megapixels (14MP)
good sensor size (1")
exports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
terrible battery power (220 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica TL as a Vlogging camera
Nikon 1 J3 as a Vlogging camera
33
screen is touchscreen
features face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
no microphone port
30
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (201g)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
missing mic jack
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Leica TL vs Nikon 1 J3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica TL and Nikon 1 J3
 Leica TLNikon 1 J3
General Information
Brand Leica Nikon
Model Leica TL Nikon 1 J3
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2016-11-08 2013-11-30
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.7mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor surface area 370.5mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4928 x 3264 4608 x 3072
Max native ISO 12500 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 160
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 135
Cross focus points - 41
Lens
Lens mount Leica L Nikon 1
Available lenses 4 13
Crop factor 1.5 2.7
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.7" 3"
Screen resolution 1,230k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Highest silent shutter speed - 1/16000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 5.0fps 15.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.50 m (at ISO 100) 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, off, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/60 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video 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 None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 384g (0.85 lbs) 201g (0.44 lbs)
Dimensions 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 52
DXO Color Depth score not tested 20.4
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.0
DXO Low light score not tested 420
Other
Battery life 400 pictures 220 pictures
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model BP-DC13 EN-EL20
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $1,009 $170