Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX1000

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX1000, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and NX1000 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The M Edition 60 was announced 2 years after the NX1000 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the M Edition 60 grades vs the NX1000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Edition 60 and Samsung NX1000. The whole galleries are provided at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica M Edition 60 has outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has measurements 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 M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX1000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the M Edition 60 against the NX1000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Edition 60 and NX1000 is 74 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Edition 60 and NX1000.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M Edition 60 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Leica M Edition 60 will resolve more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent M Edition 60 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.