Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20
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![Leica T Typ 701 front Leica T Typ 701 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-T-Typ-701/Leica-T--Type-701-front.jpg)
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Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 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)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Released April 2012
- Old Model is Samsung NX11
- Later Model is Samsung NX30
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Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 Overview
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.
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Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Leica T Type 701 over the Samsung NX20
T Type 701 | NX20 | |||
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Released | April 2014 | ![]() | April 2012 | More modern by 25 months |
Display dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1300k | ![]() | 614k | Sharper display (+686k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Leica T Type 701
NX20 | T Type 701 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Leica T Type 701 and Samsung NX20
T Type 701 | NX20 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 Physical Comparison
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).
Analyze the Leica T Type 701 versus Samsung NX20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 size comparison Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-T-Typ-701-vs-Samsung-NX20-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the T Type 701 and NX20 is 85 and 83 respectively.
![Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 top view buttons comparison Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-T-Typ-701-vs-Samsung-NX20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 sensor size comparison Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-T-Typ-701-vs-Samsung-NX20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-T-Typ-701-vs-Samsung-NX20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX20 Specifications
Leica T Typ 701 | Samsung NX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica T Typ 701 | Samsung NX20 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-04-24 | 2012-04-20 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4944 x 3278 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 12500 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 4 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,300k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
Flash options | 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 | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 384 grams (0.85 lb) | 341 grams (0.75 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 75 | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | 12.9 |
DXO Low light score | 1082 | 785 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 360 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC13 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $1,603 | $1,100 |