Leica M Typ 262 vs Samsung NX2000

Here, we are analyzing the Leica M Typ 262 and Samsung NX2000, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is fairly close but the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and NX2000 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The M Typ 262 was released 24 months after the NX2000 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the M Typ 262 grades vs the NX2000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Typ 262 and Samsung NX2000. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Typ 262 provides external dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Leica M Typ 262 and Samsung NX2000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the M Typ 262 vs the NX2000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 262 and NX2000 is 77 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The pic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 262 and NX2000.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 262 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Leica M Typ 262 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger M Typ 262 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.