Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX mini
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Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX mini Key Specs
(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
- Revealed April 2014
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced March 2014

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX mini Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Leica T Type 701 versus Samsung NX mini, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the T Type 701 (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the T Type 701 (APS-C) and NX mini (1") have different sensor sizes.

The T Type 701 was released 2 months later than the NX mini so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the T Type 701 matches up vs the NX mini with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX mini Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica T Typ 701 & Samsung NX mini. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica T Type 701 Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica T Type 701 over the Samsung NX mini
T Type 701 | NX mini | |||
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Display size | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1300k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+839k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Leica T Type 701
NX mini | T Type 701 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Leica T Type 701 and Samsung NX mini
T Type 701 | NX mini | |||
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Introduced | April 2014 | ![]() | March 2014 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Leica T Type 701 enjoys outside measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has sizing of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Leica T Type 701 versus Samsung NX mini in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the T Type 701 vs the NX mini.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the T Type 701 and NX mini is 85 and 93 respectively.

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the T Type 701 and NX mini.
As you can tell, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The T Type 701 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung NX mini will give you more detail as a result of its extra 4.5MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively.

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX mini Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX mini Specifications
Leica T Typ 701 | Samsung NX mini | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Samsung |
Model type | Leica T Typ 701 | Samsung NX mini |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-04-24 | 2014-03-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20.5 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4944 x 3278 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12500 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | Samsung NX-M |
Number of lenses | 4 | 2 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,300k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 384 grams (0.85 lbs) | 196 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 75 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1082 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | 650 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-DC13 | B740 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2-30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $1,603 | $530 |