Clicky

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Portability
85
Imaging
59
Features
56
Overall
57
Leica T Typ 701 front
 
Samsung Galaxy NX front
Portability
82
Imaging
63
Features
76
Overall
68

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs

Leica T Type 701
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 12500
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
  • Released April 2014
Samsung Galaxy NX
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/6000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
  • Released June 2013
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung Galaxy NX, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the T Type 701 (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

The T Type 701 was launched 11 months later than the Galaxy NX so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Leica T Type 701 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the T Type 701 matches up versus the Galaxy NX in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit
	
	

Reasons to pick Leica T Type 701 over the Samsung Galaxy NX

 T Type 701 Galaxy NX 
ReleasedApril 2014June 2013Fresher by 11 months
Display resolution1300k922kSharper display (+378k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Leica T Type 701

 Galaxy NX T Type 701 
Display dimension4.8"3.7"Larger display (+1.1")

Common features in the Leica T Type 701 and Samsung Galaxy NX

 T Type 701 Galaxy NX 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Leica T Type 701 has got external dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") and a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Check out the Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung Galaxy NX in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the T Type 701 against the Galaxy NX.

Leica T  Type 701 vs Samsung Galaxy NX size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the T Type 701 and Galaxy NX is 85 and 82 respectively.

Leica T  Type 701 vs Samsung Galaxy NX top view buttons comparison

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the T Type 701 and Galaxy NX.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy NX to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The newer T Type 701 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

Leica T  Type 701 vs Samsung Galaxy NX sensor size comparison

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and ViewFinder

Leica T  Type 701 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica T Type 701 Portrait photography features
Samsung Galaxy NX Portrait photography features
75
focusing manually
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
includes face detection focusing
saves RAW files
77
has manual focus
resolution is good (20MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with face detection focusing
saves RAW files
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Street Comparison

Leica T Type 701 Street photography features
Samsung Galaxy NX Street photography features
70
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
includes focus by touch
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
69
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
offers focus by touch
above average high ISO (25,600)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than average in class (495 grams)
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Sports Comparison

Leica T Type 701 Sports photography advice
Samsung Galaxy NX Sports photography advice
54
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
73
great max shutter speed (1/6,000 seconds)
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
great battery (440 per charge)
sensor has phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Travel Comparison

Leica T Type 701 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Travel photography camera
69
includes focus by touch
good megapixels (16MP)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
68
great battery (440 per charge)
offers focus by touch
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
no Timelapse function
more heavy than average in class (495g)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Landscape Comparison

Leica T Type 701 Landscape photography features
Samsung Galaxy NX Landscape photography features
69
focusing manually
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
lovely big screen (3.7 inch)
good megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
lack of image stabilization
does not have Timelapse recording
73
has manual focus
switch lenses (Samsung NX mount)
big screen (4.8")
resolution is good (20MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
above average high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW files
great battery (440 shots)
lack of image stabilization
no Timelapse function
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Vlogging Comparison

Leica T Type 701 Vlogging info
Samsung Galaxy NX Vlogging info
32
touchscreen enabled
includes face detection focusing
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
does not have external microphone socket
34
touchscreen capability
comes with face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes external microphone socket
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than average in class (495 grams)
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica T Type 701 and Samsung Galaxy NX
 Leica T Typ 701Samsung Galaxy NX
General Information
Company Leica Samsung
Model Leica T Typ 701 Samsung Galaxy NX
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2014-04-24 2013-06-20
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - DRIMe IV
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.7mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 370.5mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4944 x 3278 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 12500 25600
Min native ISO 125 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mount Leica L Samsung NX
Amount of lenses 4 32
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3.7" 4.8"
Display resolution 1,300 thousand dots 922 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech - HD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.7x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/6000s
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames/s 9.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.50 m (at ISO 100) -
Flash settings Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 384g (0.85 pounds) 495g (1.09 pounds)
Dimensions 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 75 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 23.0 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 12.7 not tested
DXO Low light score 1082 not tested
Other
Battery life 400 shots 440 shots
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model BP-DC13 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $1,603 $1,300