Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J4
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Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 399g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2017
- Succeeded the Leica TL
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 232g - 100 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced April 2014
- Superseded the Nikon 1 J3
- Successor is Nikon 1 J5
Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J4 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Leica TL2 versus Nikon 1 J4, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and 1 J4 (18MP) and the TL2 (APS-C) and 1 J4 (1") provide different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TL2 was announced 3 years after the 1 J4 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TL2 matches up against the 1 J4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J4 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica TL2 and Nikon 1 J4. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica TL2 Gallery and Nikon 1 J4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica TL2 over the Nikon 1 J4
TL2 | 1 J4 | |||
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Announced | July 2017 | April 2014 | Newer by 40 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display size | 3.7" | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 1037k | Sharper display (+193k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J4 over the Leica TL2
1 J4 | TL2 |
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Common features in the Leica TL2 and Nikon 1 J4
TL2 | 1 J4 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J4 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Leica TL2 enjoys physical measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Nikon 1 J4 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
Analyze the Leica TL2 versus Nikon 1 J4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the TL2 against the 1 J4.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL2 and 1 J4 is 85 and 92 respectively.
Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J4 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TL2 and 1 J4.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TL2 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Leica TL2 will resolve more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TL2 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 J4 Specifications
Leica TL2 | Nikon 1 J4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica TL2 | Nikon 1 J4 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2017-07-10 | 2014-04-10 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4014 | 5232 x 3488 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 171 |
Cross focus points | - | 105 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Nikon 1 |
Total lenses | 4 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,230k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/40000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 60.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, auto + red-eye reduction, fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1472 x 984 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 399g (0.88 lb) | 232g (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 100 x 60 x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | 300 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC13 | EN-EL22 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | microSD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $2,195 | $600 |