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Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210

Portability
79
Imaging
65
Features
28
Overall
50
Leica M-E Typ 220 front
 
Samsung NX210 front
Portability
90
Imaging
62
Features
57
Overall
60

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs

Leica M-E Typ 220
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 2500
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 585g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
  • Launched September 2012
Samsung NX210
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
  • Introduced August 2012
  • Replaced the Samsung NX200
  • Later Model is Samsung NX300
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Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210 Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Leica M-E Typ 220 versus Samsung NX210, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is fairly close but the M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) and NX210 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The M-E Typ 220 was released 2 months later than the NX210 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the M-E Typ 220 scores vs the NX210 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Leica M-E Typ 220 over the Samsung NX210

 M-E Typ 220 NX210 

Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Leica M-E Typ 220

 NX210 M-E Typ 220 
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution614k230kSharper display (+384k dot)

Common features in the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Samsung NX210

 M-E Typ 220 NX210 
IntroducedSeptember 2012August 2012Same generation
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Absent Touch display

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-E Typ 220 features external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Leica M-E Typ 220 versus Samsung NX210 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the M-E Typ 220 and the NX210.

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M-E Typ 220 and NX210 is 79 and 90 respectively.

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210 top view buttons comparison

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M-E Typ 220 and NX210.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M-E Typ 220 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX210 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively.

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210 sensor size comparison

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica M-E Typ 220 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung NX210 as a Portrait photography camera
71
you can focus manually
MP count good (18 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
no liveview
77
focusing manually
megapixel count decent (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Leica M-E Typ 220 Street photography highlights
Samsung NX210 Street photography highlights
65
big sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
fixed screen
no image stabilization
73
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than competitors (222g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Leica M-E Typ 220 Sports photography info
Samsung NX210 Sports photography info
46
MP count good (18MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
no liveview
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
56
megapixel count decent (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
no image stabilization
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Leica M-E Typ 220 Travel photography factors
Samsung NX210 Travel photography factors
57
MP count good (18 megapixels)
missing Timelapse recording
does not posses selfie friendly display
68
lighter than competitors (222 grams)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Leica M-E Typ 220
Landscape photography with Samsung NX210
61
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
MP count good (18 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
no liveview
no image stabilization
missing Timelapse recording
71
focusing manually
swap lenses (Samsung NX mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no image stabilization
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica M-E Typ 220 Vlogging factors
Samsung NX210 Vlogging factors
9
no video
34
supports face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors (222 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
doesn't have external mic port
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Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Samsung NX210
 Leica M-E Typ 220Samsung NX210
General Information
Brand Name Leica Samsung
Model type Leica M-E Typ 220 Samsung NX210
Type Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2012-09-17 2012-08-14
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 864.0mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 18 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 5212 x 3472 5472 x 3648
Highest native ISO 2500 12800
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 15
Lens
Lens mount type Leica M Samsung NX
Number of lenses 59 32
Crop factor 1 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5" 3"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 614k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology TFT color LCD Active Matrix OLED screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) None
Viewfinder magnification 0.68x -
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames/s 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 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)
Highest video resolution None 1920x1080
Video format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 585g (1.29 lbs) 222g (0.49 lbs)
Dimensions 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 69 71
DXO Color Depth rating 22.7 22.8
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.7 12.5
DXO Low light rating 787 719
Other
Battery life - 330 photographs
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID - BC1030
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $0 $625