Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX1000
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Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica L Mount
- 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Revealed April 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Refreshed by Samsung NX1100

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Leica T Type 701 versus Samsung NX1000, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the T Type 701 (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

The T Type 701 was manufactured 2 years later than the NX1000 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the T Type 701 grades against the NX1000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica T Typ 701 and Samsung NX1000. The entire galleries are provided at Leica T Type 701 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica T Type 701 over the Samsung NX1000
T Type 701 | NX1000 | |||
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Introduced | April 2014 | ![]() | April 2012 | More recent by 25 months |
Display sizing | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1300k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+379k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Leica T Type 701
NX1000 | T Type 701 |
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Common features in the Leica T Type 701 and Samsung NX1000
T Type 701 | NX1000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica T Type 701 has external 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 NX1000 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Contrast the Leica T Type 701 versus Samsung NX1000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the T Type 701 and the NX1000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the T Type 701 and NX1000 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The visual here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the T Type 701 and NX1000.
Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung NX1000 to give you extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer T Type 701 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Leica T Typ 701 | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica T Typ 701 | Samsung NX1000 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-04-24 | 2012-04-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4944 x 3278 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12500 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 4 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,300k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | 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 | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 384 gr (0.85 lbs) | 222 gr (0.49 lbs) |
Dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 75 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 1082 | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | 320 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC13 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $1,603 | $388 |