Leica SL vs Samsung NX11

Here, we are matching up the Leica SL versus Samsung NX11, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SL (24MP) and NX11 (15MP) and the SL (Full frame) and NX11 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SL was introduced 4 years later than the NX11 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SL matches up versus the NX11 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica SL and Samsung NX11. The whole galleries are available at Leica SL Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica SL comes with external measurements of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Analyze the Leica SL versus Samsung NX11 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SL vs the NX11.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SL and NX11 is 67 and 80 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL and NX11.

As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SL with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Leica SL will provide you with more detail using its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent SL will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.