Leica M11 vs Samsung NX100
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Leica M11 vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 60MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 64 - 50000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 640g - 139 x 80 x 39mm
- Announced January 2022
- Old Model is Leica M10
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Launched September 2010
- Refreshed by Samsung NX200
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Here is a in-depth analysis of the Leica M11 and Samsung NX100, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the M11 (60MP) and NX100 (15MP) and the M11 (Full frame) and NX100 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe M11 was introduced 11 years later than the NX100 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the M11 scores against the NX100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Leica M11 over the Samsung NX100
| M11 | NX100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2022 | September 2010 | Fresher by 138 months | |
| Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
| Display resolution | 2333k | 614k | Sharper display (+1719k dot) | |
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Leica M11
| NX100 | M11 |
|---|
Common features in the Leica M11 and Samsung NX100
| M11 | NX100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
| Display dimensions | 3.00" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
| Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Leica M11 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica M11 provides outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the M11 and the NX100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M11 and NX100 is 76 and 88 respectively.
Leica M11 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M11 and NX100.
Clearly, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M11 using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Leica M11 will offer more detail using its extra 45 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern M11 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Leica M11 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
| Leica M11 | Samsung NX100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Leica | Samsung |
| Model | Leica M11 | Samsung NX100 |
| Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2022-01-13 | 2010-09-14 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | DRIMe Engine |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 60 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 9528 x 6328 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Highest native ISO | 50000 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Leica M | Samsung NX |
| Amount of lenses | 62 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3.00 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 2,333 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | - | VGA AMOLED |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 3600 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 4.5 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | - | H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 640 gr (1.41 lb) | 282 gr (0.62 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 62 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.7 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 563 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 700 shots | 420 shots |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BC-SCL7 | BP1130 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12s) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | UHS II type SD | SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $8,995 | $386 |