Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX300
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Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX300 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
- Released April 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Older Model is Samsung NX210
- Refreshed by Samsung NX500
Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX300 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Leica T Type 701 versus Samsung NX300, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the T Type 701 (16MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe T Type 701 was revealed 6 months later than the NX300 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the T Type 701 scores against the NX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX300 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica T Typ 701 & Samsung NX300. The full galleries are viewable at Leica T Type 701 Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica T Type 701 over the Samsung NX300
T Type 701 | NX300 | |||
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Display size | 3.7" | 3.3" | Larger display (+0.4") | |
Display resolution | 1300k | 768k | Clearer display (+532k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Leica T Type 701
NX300 | T Type 701 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Leica T Type 701 and Samsung NX300
T Type 701 | NX300 | |||
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Introduced | April 2014 | November 2013 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX300 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Leica T Type 701 offers exterior 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 NX300 has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Compare the Leica T Type 701 versus Samsung NX300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the T Type 701 against the NX300.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the T Type 701 and NX300 is 85 and 86 respectively.
Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX300 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the T Type 701 and NX300.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Samsung NX300 to give you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively.
Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX300 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica T Type 701 vs Samsung NX300 Specifications
Leica T Typ 701 | Samsung NX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica T Typ 701 | Samsung NX300 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-04-24 | 2013-11-24 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 surface 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 |
Max resolution | 4944 x 3278 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12500 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 4 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.7 inch | 3.3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,300k dot | 768k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 9.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
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 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 384 gr (0.85 lbs) | 331 gr (0.73 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 75 | 76 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | 12.7 |
DXO Low light score | 1082 | 942 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 330 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC13 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $1,603 | $750 |