Leica M9 vs Samsung NX3000

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Leica M9 and Samsung NX3000, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the M9 (18MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the M9 (Full frame) and NX3000 (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The M9 was revealed 5 years earlier than the NX3000 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the M9 scores against the NX3000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M9 & Samsung NX3000. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M9 Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica M9 provides outer measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the M9 and the NX3000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M9 and NX3000 is 79 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M9 and NX3000.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M9 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX3000 will provide more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older M9 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.