Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Samsung NX3000

Below, we will be evaluating the Leica M-E Typ 220 versus Samsung NX3000, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is pretty similar but the M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) and NX3000 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The M-E Typ 220 was revealed 20 months prior to the NX3000 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the M-E Typ 220 matches up vs the NX3000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Samsung NX3000. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-E Typ 220 features physical 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) and the Samsung NX3000 has dimensions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica M-E Typ 220 versus Samsung NX3000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the M-E Typ 220 and the NX3000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M-E Typ 220 and NX3000 is 79 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M-E Typ 220 and NX3000.

Clearly, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M-E Typ 220 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX3000 will offer more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged M-E Typ 220 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.