Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Samsung NX3000
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Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Samsung NX3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 100000
- Optical Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- 28mm (F1.7) lens
- 734g - 130 x 80 x 92mm
- Revealed October 2020
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 230g - 117 x 66 x 39mm
- Revealed May 2014
- Previous Model is Samsung NX2000
Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Samsung NX3000 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Samsung NX3000, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the Q2 Monochrom (Full frame) and NX3000 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe Q2 Monochrom was launched 6 years after the NX3000 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Leica Q2 Monochrom being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Q2 Monochrom grades against the NX3000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Samsung NX3000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica Q2 Monochrom and Samsung NX3000. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica Q2 Monochrom over the Samsung NX3000
Q2 Monochrom | NX3000 | |||
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Revealed | October 2020 | May 2014 | Newer by 78 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 461k | Clearer display (+579k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Leica Q2 Monochrom
NX3000 | Q2 Monochrom | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Samsung NX3000
Q2 Monochrom | NX3000 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Samsung NX3000 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica Q2 Monochrom enjoys outer dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 734 grams (1.62 lbs) and the Samsung NX3000 has sizing of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Compare the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Samsung NX3000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Q2 Monochrom against the NX3000.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Q2 Monochrom and NX3000 is 60 and 89 respectively.
Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Samsung NX3000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Q2 Monochrom and NX3000.
As you can tell, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Q2 Monochrom due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Leica Q2 Monochrom will render more detail utilizing its extra 27MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent Q2 Monochrom provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Samsung NX3000 Specifications
Leica Q2 Monochrom | Samsung NX3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Samsung |
Model type | Leica Q2 Monochrom | Samsung NX3000 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2020-10-11 | 2014-05-26 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 47 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 8368 x 5584 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 100000 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 35 |
Cross type focus points | - | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/1.7 | - |
Macro focusing range | 17cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/40000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/500s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 734 grams (1.62 lbs) | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 80 x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 370 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-SCL4 | B740 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $5,995 | $897 |