Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX210

Here is a thorough review of the Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX210, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is very well matched but the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and NX210 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The M Edition 60 was released 2 years later than the NX210 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the M Edition 60 scores vs the NX210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Edition 60 & Samsung NX210. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Edition 60 has exterior dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX210 has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the M Edition 60 compared to the NX210.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M Edition 60 and NX210 is 74 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The graphic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Edition 60 and NX210.

All in all, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M Edition 60 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Leica M Edition 60 will give extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger M Edition 60 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.