Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M Key Specs
(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
(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

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.

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.

Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M-Monochrom and Samsung NX300M. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Samsung NX300M
M-Monochrom | NX300M |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Leica M-Monochrom
NX300M | M-Monochrom | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2012 | More modern by 7 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3.3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 768k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+538k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Leica M-Monochrom and Samsung NX300M
M-Monochrom | NX300M | |||
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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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica M-Monochrom vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
Leica M-Monochrom | Samsung NX300M | |
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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 |