Leica M (Typ 240) vs Samsung Galaxy NX

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Leica M (Typ 240) vs Samsung Galaxy NX

35mm 864.0mm²
24.0 megapixels
ISO 200 - 6400

Go in depth with our full Leica M (Typ 240) Review.

APS-C 369.0mm²
20.3 megapixels
ISO 100 - 25,600

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Differences

Leica M (Typ 240) advantages over Samsung Galaxy NX

Larger sensor
35mm vs APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 6.05 vs 4.29 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Higher effective ISO

Higher effective ISO

Maximum effective ISO is an estimate of the highest sensitivity at which a camera can capture excellent quality photos.

Cameras with higher effective ISO will be better choices for indoor photography, night shooting, and indoor sports photography, especially if you intend to make large prints.

You can learn more at our glossary entry.

Maximum effective ISO test data courtesy of DxO Mark.
M (Typ 240) test data on DxO Mark Galaxy NX test data on DxO Mark

1,860 vs 910 iso
Take photos in low light with less noise
More pixels
24.0 vs 20.3 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter vs Filter
Enjoy sharper photos
Longer exposure
60 vs 30 sec
Long exposures for night shots

Samsung Galaxy NX advantages over Leica M (Typ 240)

Touchscreen
Touch vs No touch
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
Built-in Bluetooth
Yes vs No
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
GPS vs None
Geotag your photos
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Thinner
25 mm vs 42 mm
Thinner
HDMI out
HDMI out vs None
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
More dots on screen
2765k vs 920k dots
Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter vs No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
Faster JPEG shooting
8.2 fps vs 3.0 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Bigger JPEG buffer
15 vs 8 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos
Faster shutter
1/6000 vs 1/4000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light
Higher extended ISO
25600 vs 6400 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Neither provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
External Mic Jack
Neither provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Leica M Monochrom

Leica M (Typ 240)

Leica M Monochrom

$6995
35mm

Focus peaking
Shoots 24p video

$7950
35mm

Higher extended ISO

Compare Leica M (Typ 240) vs Leica M Monochrom

Samsung Galaxy NX

Leica M Monochrom

$8000
APS-C

Focus peaking
Touchscreen

$7950
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Samsung Galaxy NX vs Leica M Monochrom

Compared to Fujifilm X-E1

Leica M (Typ 240)

Fujifilm X-E1

$6995
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$1299
APS-C

Lens selection
In-camera panoramas

Compare Leica M (Typ 240) vs Fujifilm X-E1

Samsung Galaxy NX

Fujifilm X-E1

$8000
APS-C

Touchscreen
Built-in Wi-Fi

$1299
APS-C

Lens selection
External Mic Jack

Compare Samsung Galaxy NX vs Fujifilm X-E1

Compared to Leica M-E (Typ 220)

Leica M (Typ 240)

Leica M-E (Typ 220)

$6995
35mm

Higher effective ISO
More dynamic range

$7999
35mm

Compare Leica M (Typ 240) vs Leica M-E (Typ 220)

Samsung Galaxy NX

Leica M-E (Typ 220)

$8000
APS-C

Touchscreen
In-camera panoramas

$7999
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Samsung Galaxy NX vs Leica M-E (Typ 220)

Compared to Leica M-P (Typ 240)

Leica M (Typ 240)

Leica M-P (Typ 240)

$6995
35mm

Longer exposure

$7495
35mm

Bigger JPEG buffer

Compare Leica M (Typ 240) vs Leica M-P (Typ 240)

Samsung Galaxy NX

Leica M-P (Typ 240)

$8000
APS-C

Touchscreen
In-camera panoramas

$7495
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Samsung Galaxy NX vs Leica M-P (Typ 240)

Compared to Leica CL

Leica M (Typ 240)

Leica CL

$6995
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$3195
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

Compare Leica M (Typ 240) vs Leica CL

Samsung Galaxy NX

Leica CL

$8000
APS-C

Built-in Bluetooth
Built-in GPS

$3195
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Top deck display

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