Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 V3

Below is a complete comparison of the Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 V3, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and 1 V3 (18MP) and the TL2 (APS-C) and 1 V3 (1") have different sensor size.

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The TL2 was announced 3 years later than the 1 V3 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the TL2 grades against the 1 V3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica TL2 and Nikon 1 V3. The whole galleries are available at Leica TL2 Gallery and Nikon 1 V3 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Leica TL2 has got outer 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 V3 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica TL2 vs Nikon 1 V3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TL2 compared to the 1 V3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TL2 and 1 V3 is 85 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL2 and 1 V3.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TL2 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Leica TL2 will resolve more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer TL2 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.