Leica TL vs Samsung NX20
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Leica TL vs Samsung NX20 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
- Revealed November 2016
- Newer Model is Leica TL2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Announced April 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX11
- Later Model is Samsung NX30
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Here, we are contrasting the Leica TL and Samsung NX20, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TL (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TL was revealed 4 years after the NX20 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Leica TL being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the TL grades against the NX20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica TL and Samsung NX20. The full galleries are available at Leica TL Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Samsung NX20
| TL | NX20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | November 2016 |  | April 2012 | More modern by 56 months |
| Display size | 3.7" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
| Display resolution | 1230k |  | 614k | Sharper display (+616k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Leica TL
| NX20 | TL | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Common features in the Leica TL and Samsung NX20
| TL | NX20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focus |
Leica TL vs Samsung NX20 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Leica TL features external measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Samsung NX20 has sizing of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).
Examine the Leica TL and Samsung NX20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the TL against the NX20.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TL and NX20 is 85 and 83 respectively.
Leica TL vs Samsung NX20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The picture here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TL and NX20.
As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung NX20 to resolve more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher TL will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Leica TL vs Samsung NX20 Specifications
| Leica TL | Samsung NX20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Leica | Samsung |
| Model type | Leica TL | Samsung NX20 |
| Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2016-11-08 | 2012-04-20 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Max native ISO | 12500 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Leica L | Samsung NX |
| Amount of lenses | 4 | 32 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Screen sizing | 3.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 1,230k dots | 614k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
| 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 | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 384g (0.85 pounds) | 341g (0.75 pounds) |
| 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 rating | not tested | 75 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.9 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 785 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 400 shots | 360 shots |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | BP-DC13 | BP1130 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $1,009 | $1,100 |
