Leica TL vs Samsung NX mini

On this page, we are comparing the Leica TL 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 considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TL (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the TL (APS-C) and NX mini (1") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The TL was launched 2 years later than the NX mini and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the TL grades versus the NX mini when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica TL & Samsung NX mini. The complete galleries are provided at Leica TL Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Leica TL enjoys external measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Leica TL versus Samsung NX mini in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the TL against the NX mini.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TL and NX mini is 85 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TL and NX mini.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TL because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung NX mini will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 4.5MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The younger TL is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.