Leica TL vs Samsung NX1100
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Leica TL vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica L Mount
- 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Launched November 2016
- Updated by Leica TL2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced April 2013
- Older Model is Samsung NX1000
- New Model is Samsung NX2000

Leica TL vs Samsung NX1100 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Leica TL vs Samsung NX1100, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the TL (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The TL was revealed 3 years later than the NX1100 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TL grades versus the NX1100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica TL vs Samsung NX1100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica TL & Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are available at Leica TL Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Samsung NX1100
TL | NX1100 | |||
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Announced | November 2016 | ![]() | April 2013 | Fresher by 44 months |
Screen dimension | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+309k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Leica TL
NX1100 | TL |
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Common features in the Leica TL and Samsung NX1100
TL | NX1100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Leica TL vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica TL features physical measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1100 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).
Check the Leica TL vs Samsung NX1100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the TL against the NX1100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TL and NX1100 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Leica TL vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TL and NX1100.
As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung NX1100 to give you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger TL should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Leica TL vs Samsung NX1100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica TL vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
Leica TL | Samsung NX1100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica TL | Samsung NX1100 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-11-08 | 2013-04-11 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-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 | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12500 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 4 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, off, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 384 gr (0.85 lb) | 222 gr (0.49 lb) |
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 | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 852 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | 320 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC13 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $1,009 | $600 |