Leica M8 vs Samsung NX210

Below is a comprehensive review of the Leica M8 vs Samsung NX210, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the M8 (10MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the M8 (APS-H) and NX210 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The M8 was unveiled 6 years prior to the NX210 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the M8 matches up vs the NX210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M8 and Samsung NX210. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M8 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M8 offers physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

See the Leica M8 vs Samsung NX210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the M8 against the NX210.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M8 and NX210 is 79 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M8 and NX210.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M8 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX210 will offer you extra detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older M8 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.