Leica M10 vs Samsung NX300M

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Leica M10 vs Samsung NX300M, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the M10 (24MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is relatively well matched but the M10 (Full frame) and NX300M (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The M10 was introduced 4 years later than the NX300M and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the M10 scores vs the NX300M with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M10 & Samsung NX300M. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M10 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica M10 has outer dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Samsung NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the M10 against the NX300M.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M10 and NX300M is 75 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The graphic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M10 and NX300M.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M10 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Leica M10 will give extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent M10 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.