Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210
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Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs
(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
(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

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.

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.

Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Samsung NX210. The complete galleries are available at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-E Typ 220 over the Samsung NX210
M-E Typ 220 | NX210 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Leica M-E Typ 220
NX210 | M-E Typ 220 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Samsung NX210
M-E Typ 220 | NX210 | |||
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Introduced | September 2012 | ![]() | August 2012 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Leica M-E Typ 220 | Samsung NX210 | |
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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 |