Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX mini

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Leica M-Monochrom and Samsung NX mini, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and the NX mini (20.5MP) is relatively comparable but the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and NX mini (1") boast different sensor size.

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The M-Monochrom was manufactured 22 months earlier than the NX mini which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the M-Monochrom matches up against the NX mini with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-Monochrom and Samsung NX mini. The entire galleries are available at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica M-Monochrom comes with external dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Leica M-Monochrom and Samsung NX mini in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the M-Monochrom against the NX mini.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the M-Monochrom and NX mini is 78 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M-Monochrom and NX mini.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M-Monochrom because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Samsung NX mini will produce extra detail due to its extra 2.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged M-Monochrom will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.