Leica M Typ 240 vs Samsung NX300M

Its time to take a closer look at the Leica M Typ 240 and Samsung NX300M, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is very comparable but the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and NX300M (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The M Typ 240 was launched 3 months earlier than the NX300M so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the M Typ 240 grades against the NX300M in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 240 and Samsung NX300M. The complete galleries are available at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Leica M Typ 240 features physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Samsung NX300M has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Leica M Typ 240 and Samsung NX300M in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the M Typ 240 and the NX300M.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 240 and NX300M is 74 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M Typ 240 and NX300M.

Clearly, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 240 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica M Typ 240 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively.