Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX500

Below, we will be contrasting the Leica M Edition 60 vs Samsung NX500, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and the NX500 (28MP) is pretty well matched but the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and NX500 (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.

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The M Edition 60 was announced 4 months earlier than the NX500 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the M Edition 60 scores versus the NX500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Edition 60 & Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are provided at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Samsung NX500 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica M Edition 60 enjoys 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) and the Samsung NX500 has measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the M Edition 60 and the NX500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the M Edition 60 and NX500 is 74 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The visual here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M Edition 60 and NX500.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M Edition 60 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Samsung NX500 will resolve extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.