Leica M11 vs Samsung NX1100

Its time to take a deeper look at the Leica M11 versus Samsung NX1100, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the M11 (60MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the M11 (Full frame) and NX1100 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The M11 was revealed 8 years later than the NX1100 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the M11 scores against the NX1100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M11 & Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are available at Leica M11 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica M11 offers physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the M11 vs the NX1100.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the M11 and NX1100 is 76 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the M11 and NX1100.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M11 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica M11 will offer extra detail because of its extra 40MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent M11 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.