Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20

On this page, we are matching up the Leica T Type 701 versus Samsung NX20, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the T Type 701 (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The T Type 701 was revealed 2 years after the NX20 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Leica T Type 701 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the T Type 701 scores against the NX20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica T Typ 701 & Samsung NX20. The full galleries are provided at Leica T Type 701 Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica T Type 701 provides physical dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Samsung NX20 has dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the T Type 701 versus the NX20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the T Type 701 and NX20 is 85 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the T Type 701 and NX20.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Samsung NX20 to offer greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent T Type 701 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.