Leica M Typ 262 vs Samsung NX500

Following is a thorough review of the Leica M Typ 262 versus Samsung NX500, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and the NX500 (28MP) is very similar but the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and NX500 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The M Typ 262 was announced 10 months after the NX500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the M Typ 262 scores against the NX500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 262 and Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica M Typ 262 features 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 NX500 has measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Contrast the Leica M Typ 262 versus Samsung NX500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the M Typ 262 against the NX500.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 262 and NX500 is 77 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 262 and NX500.

To sum up, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 262 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX500 will offer extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern M Typ 262 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.