Leica CL vs Samsung NX1000
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Leica CL vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 403g - 131 x 78 x 45mm
- Introduced November 2017
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Updated by Samsung NX1100
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Let's examine more closely at the Leica CL vs Samsung NX1000, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the CL (24MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe CL was brought out 5 years after the NX1000 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the CL matches up vs the NX1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica CL and Samsung NX1000. The entire galleries are available at Leica CL Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica CL over the Samsung NX1000
| CL | NX1000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | November 2017 |  | April 2012 | Newer by 69 months |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 921k | Sharper display (+119k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Leica CL
| NX1000 | CL | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Leica CL and Samsung NX1000
| CL | NX1000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Leica CL vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica CL enjoys outer dimensions of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") having a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Contrast the Leica CL vs Samsung NX1000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the CL versus the NX1000.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CL and NX1000 is 82 and 90 respectively.
Leica CL vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The pic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the CL and NX1000.
As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Leica CL to resolve greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern CL is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Leica CL vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica CL vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
| Leica CL | Samsung NX1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Leica | Samsung |
| Model | Leica CL | Samsung NX1000 |
| Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2017-11-21 | 2012-04-19 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Maestro II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 6014 x 4014 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Leica L | Samsung NX |
| Available lenses | 30 | 32 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Highest silent shutter speed | 1/25000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 8.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 403 grams (0.89 lb) | 222 grams (0.49 lb) |
| Dimensions | 131 x 78 x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 72 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 840 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 220 images | 320 images |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BP-DC12 | BC1030 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $3,799 | $388 |