Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX300

On this page, we will be contrasting the Leica M Edition 60 versus Samsung NX300, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and NX300 (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The M Edition 60 was unveiled 11 months later than the NX300 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the M Edition 60 grades against the NX300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Edition 60 & Samsung NX300. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica M Edition 60 comes with outside 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) and the Samsung NX300 has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Check out the Leica M Edition 60 versus Samsung NX300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the M Edition 60 vs the NX300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M Edition 60 and NX300 is 74 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the M Edition 60 and NX300.

As you have seen, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M Edition 60 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Leica M Edition 60 will show greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger M Edition 60 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.