Leica M Typ 262 vs Samsung NX20

Following is a thorough assessment of the Leica M Typ 262 vs Samsung NX20, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is pretty similar but the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and NX20 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The M Typ 262 was launched 3 years after the NX20 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica M Typ 262 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the M Typ 262 grades against the NX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Typ 262 & Samsung NX20. The complete galleries are available at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica M Typ 262 offers external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Samsung NX20 has sizing of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the M Typ 262 vs the NX20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 262 and NX20 is 77 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M Typ 262 and NX20.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 262 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica M Typ 262 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent M Typ 262 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.