Leica C vs Samsung TL100

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Leica C versus Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the C (12MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is very similar but the C (1/1.7") and TL100 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The C was introduced 4 years later than the TL100 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the C scores vs the TL100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica C & Samsung TL100. The whole galleries are provided at Leica C Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica C enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the C versus the TL100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the C and TL100 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The visual below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the C and TL100.

All in all, both cameras provide the same megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The C includes the larger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field simpler. The fresher C should have an advantage in sensor technology.