Leica M Typ 262 vs Samsung NX1100

Lets take a deeper look at the Leica M Typ 262 and Samsung NX1100, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is very similar but the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and NX1100 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The M Typ 262 was unveiled 2 years later than the NX1100 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the M Typ 262 grades against the NX1100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 262 & Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica M Typ 262 provides physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the M Typ 262 against the NX1100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 262 and NX1100 is 77 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 262 and NX1100.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M Typ 262 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica M Typ 262 will offer greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher M Typ 262 will have an edge in sensor innovation.