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Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX1100

Portability
85
Imaging
67
Features
64
Overall
65
Leica TL2 front
 
Samsung NX1100 front
Portability
90
Imaging
62
Features
60
Overall
61

Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs

Leica TL2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 50000
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 399g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
  • Announced July 2017
  • Older Model is Leica TL
Samsung NX1100
(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
  • Replaced the Samsung NX1000
  • Updated by Samsung NX2000
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Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX1100 Overview

Here, we will be matching up the Leica TL2 versus Samsung NX1100, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the TL2 (24MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The TL2 was introduced 4 years after the NX1100 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TL2 grades vs the NX1100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Leica TL2 over the Samsung NX1100

 TL2 NX1100 
AnnouncedJuly 2017April 2013Newer by 52 months
Screen size3.7"3"Bigger screen (+0.7")
Screen resolution1230k921kSharper screen (+309k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Leica TL2

 NX1100 TL2 

Common features in the Leica TL2 and Samsung NX1100

 TL2 NX1100 
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Leica TL2 provides outside measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Leica TL2 versus Samsung NX1100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the TL2 compared to the NX1100.

Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX1100 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TL2 and NX1100 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX1100 top view buttons comparison

Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TL2 and NX1100.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Leica TL2 to show more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent TL2 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX1100 sensor size comparison

Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX1100 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX1100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica TL2 Portrait photography factors
Samsung NX1100 Portrait photography factors
80
has manual focus
good MP (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
77
focusing manually
good megapixels (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Leica TL2 as a Street photography camera
Samsung NX1100 as a Street photography camera
74
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
offers focus via touch
good ISO range (50,000)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
73
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than average (222 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Leica TL2 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung NX1100 as a Sports photography camera
62
quiet mode (1/40,000s)
good MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has tracking focus
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery pack (250 per charge)
no phase detect autofocus
56
good megapixels (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
does not have image stabilization
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Leica TL2 Travel photography info
Samsung NX1100 Travel photography info
63
offers focus via touch
good MP (24 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse function
not so great battery pack (250 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
68
lighter than average (222g)
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
missing Timelapse recording
does not posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Leica TL2 Landscape photography advice
Samsung NX1100 Landscape photography advice
70
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
lovely big screen (3.7 inch)
good MP (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
good ISO range (50,000)
supports RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery pack (250 shots)
does not have Timelapse function
71
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Samsung NX mount)
nice screen size (3")
good megapixels (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
missing Timelapse recording
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Leica TL2
Vlogging with Samsung NX1100
33
has touchscreen
has face detect autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
does not have microphone jack
34
offers face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (222 grams)
does not posses selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
missing microphone socket
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Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica TL2 and Samsung NX1100
 Leica TL2Samsung NX1100
General Information
Company Leica Samsung
Model type Leica TL2 Samsung NX1100
Class Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2017-07-10 2013-04-11
Physical type 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 area 370.5mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6016 x 4014 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 50000 12800
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 49 15
Lens
Lens support Leica L Samsung NX
Total lenses 4 32
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3.7" 3"
Display resolution 1,230 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic (optional) None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/40000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 7.0 frames per sec 8.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC 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)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 399 grams (0.88 lb) 222 grams (0.49 lb)
Physical 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 Overall rating not tested 73
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.0
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.5
DXO Low light rating not tested 852
Other
Battery life 250 photos 320 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID BP-DC13 BC1030
Self timer Yes Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $2,195 $600