Leica X1 vs Nikon 1 V2

Let's take a deeper look at the Leica X1 versus Nikon 1 V2, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the X1 (12MP) and the 1 V2 (14MP) is relatively similar but the X1 (APS-C) and 1 V2 (1") have different sensor size.

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The X1 was launched 3 years prior to the 1 V2 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Leica X1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the X1 matches up vs the 1 V2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica X1 & Nikon 1 V2. The complete galleries are provided at Leica X1 Gallery & Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica X1 provides physical measurements of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 V2 has proportions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the X1 and the 1 V2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X1 and 1 V2 is 89 and 85 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X1 and 1 V2.

All in all, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The X1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon 1 V2 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged X1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.