Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 S2

On this page, we are contrasting the Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 S2, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the TL2 (APS-C) and 1 S2 (1") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The TL2 was manufactured 3 years later than the 1 S2 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TL2 matches up vs the 1 S2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica TL2 & Nikon 1 S2. The entire galleries are provided at Leica TL2 Gallery & Nikon 1 S2 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica TL2 has external measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Nikon 1 S2 has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the TL2 against the 1 S2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL2 and 1 S2 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TL2 and 1 S2.

To sum up, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TL2 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica TL2 will render greater detail due to its extra 9.8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent TL2 will have an advantage in sensor tech.