Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 V1
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Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 V1 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
- Old Model is Leica TL
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
- Released January 2012
- New Model is Nikon 1 V2

Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 V1 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Leica TL2 and Nikon 1 V1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and 1 V1 (10MP) and the TL2 (APS-C) and 1 V1 (1") boast totally different sensor measurements.

The TL2 was unveiled 5 years later than the 1 V1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TL2 grades against the 1 V1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 V1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica TL2 & Nikon 1 V1. The full galleries are viewable at Leica TL2 Gallery & Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica TL2 over the Nikon 1 V1
TL2 | 1 V1 | |||
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Released | July 2017 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 67 months |
Display size | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+309k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Leica TL2
1 V1 | TL2 |
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Common features in the Leica TL2 and Nikon 1 V1
TL2 | 1 V1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 V1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Leica TL2 enjoys outside dimensions 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 V1 has sizing of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).
Examine the Leica TL2 and Nikon 1 V1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the TL2 vs the 1 V1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TL2 and 1 V1 is 85 and 84 respectively.

Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 V1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The visual below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TL2 and 1 V1.
As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TL2 with its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Leica TL2 will resolve more detail having an extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent TL2 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 V1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 V1 Specifications
Leica TL2 | Nikon 1 V1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica TL2 | Nikon 1 V1 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2017-07-10 | 2012-01-20 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6016 x 4014 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | Nikon 1 |
Available lenses | 4 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/40000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 399 gr (0.88 lbs) | 383 gr (0.84 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 346 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 350 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC13 | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $2,195 | $670 |