Leica C vs Samsung TL500
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Leica C vs Samsung TL500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 103 x 63 x 28mm
- Released September 2013
- Alternate Name is Typ112
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-72mm (F1.8-2.4) lens
- 386g - 114 x 63 x 29mm
- Released July 2010
- Additionally Known as EX1
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Below, we are reviewing the Leica C and Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the C (12MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/1.7").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe C was announced 3 years later than the TL500 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the C grades vs the TL500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica C & Samsung TL500. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica C Gallery & Samsung TL500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica C over the Samsung TL500
| C | TL500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2013 |  | July 2010 | More recent by 39 months |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 614k | Crisper display (+306k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL500 over the Leica C
| TL500 | C | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Leica C and Samsung TL500
| C | TL500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display sizing |
| Touch display |  | Neither has Touch display |
Leica C vs Samsung TL500 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica C has outside dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung TL500 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the C against the TL500.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C and TL500 is 92 and 88 respectively.
Leica C vs Samsung TL500 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the C and TL500.
To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Leica C to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger C should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Leica C vs Samsung TL500 Specifications
| Leica C | Samsung TL500 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Leica | Samsung |
| Model | Leica C | Samsung TL500 |
| Otherwise known as | Typ112 | EX1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2013-09-08 | 2010-07-09 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 24-72mm (3.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/1.8-2.4 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 920k dots | 614k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 1 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m | 5.20 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 195 gr (0.43 lbs) | 386 gr (0.85 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 103 x 63 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 114 x 63 x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 40 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.2 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.1 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 129 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 photos | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | SLB-07A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $1,299 | $527 |
