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Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M

Portability
78
Imaging
64
Features
23
Overall
47
Leica M-Monochrom front
 
Samsung NX300M front
Portability
86
Imaging
62
Features
73
Overall
66

Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M Key Specs

Leica M-Monochrom
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 160 - 10000
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
  • Introduced May 2012
Samsung NX300M
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/6000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
  • Announced January 2013
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M Overview

Lets look more in depth at the Leica M-Monochrom versus Samsung NX300M, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is very comparable but the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and NX300M (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The M-Monochrom was introduced 7 months prior to the NX300M so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the M-Monochrom grades vs the NX300M when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Samsung NX300M

 M-Monochrom NX300M 

Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Leica M-Monochrom

 NX300M M-Monochrom 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013May 2012More modern by 7 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display size3.3"2.5"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution768k230kCrisper display (+538k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Leica M-Monochrom and Samsung NX300M

 M-Monochrom NX300M 
Manually focus More precise focus
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica M-Monochrom provides physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300M has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

See the Leica M-Monochrom versus Samsung NX300M in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the M-Monochrom vs the NX300M.

Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M-Monochrom and NX300M is 78 and 86 respectively.

Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M top view buttons comparison

Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M-Monochrom and NX300M.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M-Monochrom with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Samsung NX300M will provide extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged M-Monochrom will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M sensor size comparison

Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M Screen and ViewFinder

Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica M-Monochrom as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung NX300M as a Portrait photography camera
70
focusing manually
MP count good (18MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW files
no liveview
77
focusing manually
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection focusing
delivers RAW formats
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Street photography with Leica M-Monochrom
Street photography with Samsung NX300M
64
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW files
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
80
has a tilting screen
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
provides touch focus
very good high ISO (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Leica M-Monochrom Sports photography information
Samsung NX300M Sports photography information
44
MP count good (18MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
no liveview
max fps low (2.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery pack (350 shots)
lack of phase detect autofocus
72
great max shutter speed (1/6,000s)
MP count decent (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Leica M-Monochrom Travel photography info
Samsung NX300M Travel photography info
54
MP count good (18MP)
lack of Time Lapse function
not so great battery pack (350 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
66
provides touch focus
MP count decent (20MP)
lack of Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Leica M-Monochrom Landscape photography details
Samsung NX300M Landscape photography details
58
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica M mount)
MP count good (18MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW files
small screen (2.5")
no liveview
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery pack (350 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse function
72
focusing manually
change lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen size is decent (3.3 inch)
MP count decent (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
very good high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica M-Monochrom as a Vlogging camera
Samsung NX300M as a Vlogging camera
9
no video
33
touchscreen enabled
offers face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
lack of external mic port
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica M-Monochrom and Samsung NX300M
 Leica M-MonochromSamsung NX300M
General Information
Brand Name Leica Samsung
Model type Leica M-Monochrom Samsung NX300M
Type Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2012-05-10 2013-01-03
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - DRIMe IV
Sensor type CCD 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 18MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 5212 x 3472 5472 x 3648
Highest native ISO 10000 25600
Min native ISO 160 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 247
Lens
Lens support Leica M Samsung NX
Amount of lenses 59 32
Focal length multiplier 1 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 2.5 inches 3.3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 768k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover Active Matrix OLED screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) None
Viewfinder magnification 0.68x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 32s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/6000s
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames/s 9.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Highest video resolution None 1920x1080
Video data format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 600 gr (1.32 pounds) 331 gr (0.73 pounds)
Physical dimensions 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 images 330 images
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - BP1130
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $7,950 $699