Leica V-Lux 5 vs Nikon 1 V1

Here, we are evaluating the Leica V-Lux 5 vs Nikon 1 V1, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 5 (20MP) and 1 V1 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1").

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The V-Lux 5 was introduced 8 years later than the 1 V1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon 1 V1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the V-Lux 5 grades vs the 1 V1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 5 & Nikon 1 V1. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery & Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 5 features external measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") along with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs) and the Nikon 1 V1 has dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 5 versus the 1 V1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 5 and 1 V1 is 55 and 84 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 5 and 1 V1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Leica V-Lux 5 to show more detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 5 provides an advantage in sensor tech.