Leica M Typ 240 vs Samsung NX210
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Leica M Typ 240 vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica M Mount
- 680g - 139 x 80 x 42mm
- Introduced September 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Launched August 2012
- Succeeded the Samsung NX200
- Successor is Samsung NX300
Leica M Typ 240 vs Samsung NX210 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Leica M Typ 240 vs Samsung NX210, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and NX210 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe M Typ 240 was introduced 2 months later than the NX210 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the M Typ 240 grades vs the NX210 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica M Typ 240 vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Typ 240 and Samsung NX210. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M Typ 240 over the Samsung NX210
M Typ 240 | NX210 | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | 614k | Sharper screen (+306k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Leica M Typ 240
NX210 | M Typ 240 |
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Common features in the Leica M Typ 240 and Samsung NX210
M Typ 240 | NX210 | |||
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Launched | September 2012 | August 2012 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Leica M Typ 240 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica M Typ 240 comes with physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Contrast the Leica M Typ 240 vs Samsung NX210 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the M Typ 240 compared to the NX210.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 240 and NX210 is 74 and 90 respectively.
Leica M Typ 240 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M Typ 240 and NX210.
To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The M Typ 240 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica M Typ 240 will give greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.
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Leica M Typ 240 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Leica M Typ 240 | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Samsung |
Model type | Leica M Typ 240 | Samsung NX210 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-09-17 | 2012-08-14 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5952 x 3976 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 59 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 1% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680 grams (1.50 lb) | 222 grams (0.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 84 | 71 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.0 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 1860 | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photos | 330 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $5,479 | $625 |