Leica M9-P vs Samsung NX mini

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Leica M9-P and Samsung NX mini, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M9-P (18MP) and the NX mini (20.5MP) is very similar but the M9-P (Full frame) and NX mini (1") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M9-P was launched 3 years before the NX mini which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the M9-P scores versus the NX mini when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M9-P and Samsung NX mini. The complete galleries are available at Leica M9-P Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica M9-P has outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the M9-P against the NX mini.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M9-P and NX mini is 78 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The picture here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M9-P and NX mini.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M9-P due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX mini will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2.5MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged M9-P is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.