Clicky

Leica TL vs Samsung NX300M

Portability
85
Imaging
60
Features
58
Overall
59
Leica TL front
 
Samsung NX300M front
Portability
86
Imaging
63
Features
73
Overall
67

Leica TL vs Samsung NX300M Key Specs

Leica TL
(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
  • Released November 2016
  • Successor is Leica TL2
Samsung NX300M
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
  • Released January 2013
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Leica TL vs Samsung NX300M Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the Leica TL and Samsung NX300M, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the TL (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The TL was launched 3 years after the NX300M which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TL matches up against the NX300M in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video
	
	

Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Samsung NX300M

 TL NX300M 
ReleasedNovember 2016January 2013Newer by 47 months
Screen dimension3.7"3.3"Bigger screen (+0.4")
Screen resolution1230k768kSharper screen (+462k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Leica TL

 NX300M TL 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Common features in the Leica TL and Samsung NX300M

 TL NX300M 
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Leica TL vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica TL enjoys outer dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Samsung NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Leica TL and Samsung NX300M in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the TL versus the NX300M.

Leica TL vs Samsung NX300M size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TL and NX300M is 85 and 86 respectively.

Leica TL vs Samsung NX300M top view buttons comparison

Leica TL vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The image underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TL and NX300M.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung NX300M to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher TL should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Leica TL vs Samsung NX300M sensor size comparison

Leica TL vs Samsung NX300M Screen and ViewFinder

Leica TL vs Samsung NX300M Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica TL Portrait photography details
Samsung NX300M Portrait photography details
76
manual focus
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
provides face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
77
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
provides face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Street Comparison

Leica TL Street photography features
Samsung NX300M Street photography features
70
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
comes with focus by touch
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
80
screen tilts up and down
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
boasts touch to focus
great ISO range (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Sports Comparison

Leica TL as a Sports photography camera
Samsung NX300M as a Sports photography camera
55
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
slow fps (5.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
73
max shutter speed is good (1/6,000 seconds)
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
sensor has phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
Photography Glossary

Travel Comparison

Leica TL Travel photography advice
Samsung NX300M Travel photography advice
70
comes with focus by touch
good MP (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
missing Timelapse function
does not feature selfie friendly display
67
boasts touch to focus
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
does not have Timelapse recording
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixels

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Leica TL
Landscape photography with Samsung NX300M
70
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
screen larger than average (3.7")
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no image stabilization
missing Timelapse function
72
manual focus
swap lenses (Samsung NX mount)
decent sized screen (3.3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
great ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
does not have Timelapse recording
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

Vlogging Comparison

Leica TL Vlogging details
Samsung NX300M Vlogging details
33
touchscreen enabled
provides face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does not feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
missing microphone port
33
touch screen
provides face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
does not have microphone support
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Leica TL vs Samsung NX300M Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica TL and Samsung NX300M
 Leica TLSamsung NX300M
General Information
Brand Name Leica Samsung
Model type Leica TL Samsung NX300M
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2016-11-08 2013-01-03
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - 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 16MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4928 x 3264 5472 x 3648
Max native ISO 12500 25600
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 247
Lens
Lens support Leica L Samsung NX
Available lenses 4 32
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 3.7 inches 3.3 inches
Screen resolution 1,230k dots 768k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - Active Matrix OLED screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic (optional) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/6000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 5.0fps 9.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.50 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash settings 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
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
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, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
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) 331g (0.73 pounds)
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 All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 400 images 330 images
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID BP-DC13 BP1130
Self timer Yes Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $1,009 $699