Leica TL vs Nikon 1 S1
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Leica TL vs Nikon 1 S1 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
- Introduced November 2016
- Successor is Leica TL2
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 197g - 102 x 61 x 30mm
- Released June 2013
- Replacement is Nikon 1 S2
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On this page, we will be matching up the Leica TL vs Nikon 1 S1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Nikon. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the TL (16MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the TL (APS-C) and 1 S1 (1") posses totally different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TL was manufactured 3 years after the 1 S1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the TL scores against the 1 S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica TL & Nikon 1 S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica TL Gallery & Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Nikon 1 S1
| TL | 1 S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | November 2016 |  | June 2013 | More modern by 42 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3.7" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
| Screen resolution | 1230k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+770k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Leica TL
| 1 S1 | TL |
|---|
Common features in the Leica TL and Nikon 1 S1
| TL | 1 S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Leica TL vs Nikon 1 S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Leica TL comes with outside dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Nikon 1 S1 has sizing of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TL and the 1 S1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TL and 1 S1 is 85 and 92 respectively.
Leica TL vs Nikon 1 S1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TL and 1 S1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TL featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Leica TL will offer extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer TL will have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Leica TL vs Nikon 1 S1 Specifications
| Leica TL | Nikon 1 S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Leica | Nikon |
| Model type | Leica TL | Nikon 1 S1 |
| Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2016-11-08 | 2013-06-21 |
| Physical type | 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 | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 3872 x 2592 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12500 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 135 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Leica L | Nikon 1 |
| Total lenses | 4 | 13 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 1,230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 15.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) | 5.00 m |
| Flash options | 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 | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/60 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 384 gr (0.85 lbs) | 197 gr (0.43 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 102 x 61 x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 56 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 397 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 400 pictures | 220 pictures |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | BP-DC13 | EN-EL20 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $1,009 | $231 |
