Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J1
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Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 399g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Released July 2017
- Replaced the Leica TL
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 234g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Successor is Nikon 1 J2

Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J1 Overview
Below is a detailed review of the Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Nikon. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and 1 J1 (10MP) and the TL2 (APS-C) and 1 J1 (1") offer different sensor measurements.

The TL2 was brought out 5 years later than the 1 J1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the TL2 grades against the 1 J1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica TL2 & Nikon 1 J1. The entire galleries are provided at Leica TL2 Gallery & Nikon 1 J1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica TL2 over the Nikon 1 J1
TL2 | 1 J1 | |||
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Revealed | July 2017 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 67 months |
Screen size | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+770k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Leica TL2
1 J1 | TL2 |
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Common features in the Leica TL2 and Nikon 1 J1
TL2 | 1 J1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica TL2 offers exterior measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Nikon 1 J1 has sizing of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
Examine the Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the TL2 against the 1 J1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TL2 and 1 J1 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The visual here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL2 and 1 J1.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TL2 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Leica TL2 will give you more detail having its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer TL2 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J1 Specifications
Leica TL2 | Nikon 1 J1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica TL2 | Nikon 1 J1 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-07-10 | 2012-01-20 |
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 | 24 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6016 x 4014 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 6400 |
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 AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 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 diagonal | 3.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/40000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/60s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 399 grams (0.88 lb) | 234 grams (0.52 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 372 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 230 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-DC13 | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $2,195 | $625 |