Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX500
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Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX500 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 399g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2017
- Previous Model is Leica TL
(Full Review)
- 28MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 287g - 120 x 64 x 43mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Succeeded the Samsung NX300
Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX500 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX500, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the TL2 (24MP) and the NX500 (28MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe TL2 was brought out 2 years after the NX500 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TL2 grades vs the NX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX500 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica TL2 and Samsung NX500. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica TL2 Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica TL2 over the Samsung NX500
TL2 | NX500 | |||
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Introduced | July 2017 | February 2015 | More modern by 30 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.7" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 1036k | Sharper screen (+194k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX500 over the Leica TL2
NX500 | TL2 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Leica TL2 and Samsung NX500
TL2 | NX500 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX500 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica TL2 has exterior measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Samsung NX500 has proportions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).
Analyze the Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the TL2 against the NX500.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TL2 and NX500 is 85 and 87 respectively.
Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX500 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TL2 and NX500.
Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung NX500 to render extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern TL2 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Leica TL2 vs Samsung NX500 Specifications
Leica TL2 | Samsung NX500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica TL2 | Samsung NX500 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2017-07-10 | 2015-02-06 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIMe 5 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-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 | 28 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6016 x 4014 | 6480 x 4320 |
Max native ISO | 50000 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 209 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 4 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,230k dots | 1,036k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/40000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Smart flash, auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill flash, fill w/redeye reduction, 1st-curtain, 2nd-curtain, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 4096 x 2160 (24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | H.265 |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 399 grams (0.88 lb) | 287 grams (0.63 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 120 x 64 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 87 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1379 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 370 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC13 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $2,195 | $800 |