Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX mini

Below is a in depth assessment of the Leica TL2 versus Samsung NX mini, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TL2 (24MP) and the NX mini (20.5MP) is pretty similar but the TL2 (APS-C) and NX mini (1") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The TL2 was announced 3 years later than the NX mini and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TL2 scores versus the NX mini in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica TL2 and Samsung NX mini. The whole galleries are available at Leica TL2 Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Leica TL2 has exterior measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Leica TL2 versus Samsung NX mini in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the TL2 and the NX mini.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TL2 and NX mini is 85 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TL2 and NX mini.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TL2 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Leica TL2 will offer you more detail with its extra 3.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger TL2 will have an edge in sensor technology.