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Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX2000

Portability
74
Imaging
71
Features
47
Overall
61
Leica M Edition 60 front
 
Samsung NX2000 front
Portability
89
Imaging
63
Features
68
Overall
65

Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX2000 Key Specs

Leica M Edition 60
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 680g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
  • Released September 2014
Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
  • Launched November 2013
  • Replaced the Samsung NX1100
  • Successor is Samsung NX3000
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Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX2000 Overview

In this article, we are reviewing the Leica M Edition 60 versus Samsung NX2000, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is very close but the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and NX2000 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The M Edition 60 was unveiled 10 months later than the NX2000 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the M Edition 60 grades vs the NX2000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Leica M Edition 60 over the Samsung NX2000

 M Edition 60 NX2000 
LaunchedSeptember 2014November 2013More recent by 10 months

Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Leica M Edition 60

 NX2000 M Edition 60 
Display sizing3.7"3"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution1152k920kCrisper display (+232k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Leica M Edition 60 and Samsung NX2000

 M Edition 60 NX2000 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica M Edition 60 comes with exterior measurements 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 NX2000 has measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the M Edition 60 vs the NX2000.

Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX2000 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M Edition 60 and NX2000 is 74 and 89 respectively.

Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX2000 top view buttons comparison

Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the M Edition 60 and NX2000.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M Edition 60 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Leica M Edition 60 will result in extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer M Edition 60 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX2000 sensor size comparison

Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica M Edition 60 Portrait photography information
Samsung NX2000 Portrait photography information
82
you can focus manually
good resolution (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
77
focusing manually
good resolution (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection autofocus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Leica M Edition 60 Street photography info
Samsung NX2000 Street photography info
68
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
77
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
boasts touch focus
lighter than competition (228g)
good high ISO (25,600)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Leica M Edition 60 Sports photography advice
Samsung NX2000 Sports photography advice
56
good resolution (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
weather proof
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
61
good resolution (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
does not have image stabilization
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Leica M Edition 60 Travel photography factors
Samsung NX2000 Travel photography factors
63
weather proof
good resolution (24MP)
lack of Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
72
lighter than competition (228g)
boasts touch focus
good resolution (20 megapixels)
no Time Lapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Leica M Edition 60 Landscape photography details
Samsung NX2000 Landscape photography details
74
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica M mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
good resolution (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
lack of image stabilization
lack of Timelapse function
72
focusing manually
switch lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen larger than average (3.7 inches)
good resolution (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Leica M Edition 60
Vlogging with Samsung NX2000
26
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
lack of microphone port
35
built-in touchscreen
offers face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (228 grams)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
no external mic jack
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Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica M Edition 60 and Samsung NX2000
 Leica M Edition 60Samsung NX2000
General Information
Make Leica Samsung
Model type Leica M Edition 60 Samsung NX2000
Category Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2014-09-23 2013-11-30
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS 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 24 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 5952 x 3976 5472 x 3648
Highest native ISO 6400 25600
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 21
Lens
Lens support Leica M Samsung NX
Number of lenses 59 32
Focal length multiplier 1 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3.7 inches
Display resolution 920 thousand dot 1,152 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) None
Viewfinder magnification 0.68x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames/s 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 24 fps) 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 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 680 gr (1.50 pounds) 228 gr (0.50 pounds)
Dimensions 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 75
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.3
DXO Low light rating not tested 908
Other
Battery life - 340 shots
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID - BP1130
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch - $599