Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Samsung NX100 and Leica X2 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Samsung NX100 has external dimensions of 120 x 71 x 35 mm (4.72 x 2.8 x 1.38″) and weighs 282 g (0.62 lb / 9.95 oz) (including batteries). Leica X2 has external dimensions of 124 x 69 x 52 mm (4.88 x 2.72 x 2.05″) and weighs 345 g (0.76 lb / 12.17 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Samsung NX100 and Leica X2. Samsung NX100 is 4mm narrower and 17mm thinner than Leica X2 but it is also 2mm taller. As you can tell, actually this is not a fair size comparison since Leica X2 has a built-in lens but Samsung NX100 doesn't. Once you put a lens on NX100, its thickness will increase significantly.
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Comparison image of Samsung NX100 and Leica X2 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Samsung NX100 and Leica X2.
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Top View Comparison image of Samsung NX100 and Leica X2 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung NX100 is significantly lighter (63g ) than the Leica X2 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Again, this comparison may not be very useful in real life as we are comparing the weight of a camera with a built-in lens to the body-only weight of an interchangeable lens camera. Once you put a lens on NX100, the total kit will weigh much higher.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Samsung NX100 nor Leica X2 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Samsung NX100's 3" LCD screen is slightly larger than Leica X2's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
Samsung NX100 has a 15.0MP APS-C (23.4 x 15.6 mm ) sized CMOS sensor and features DRIMe Engine processor. On the other hand, Leica X2 has a 16.0MP APS-C (23.6 x 15.8 mm ) sized CMOS sensor .
Below you can see the NX100 and X2 sensor size comparison.
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Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Samsung NX100 and Leica X2 Cameras
Samsung NX100 and Leica X2 have almost the same sensor size so none of them has any significant advantage over other in providing control over depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture.
In this section, we rank and compare Samsung NX100 and Leica X2 for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.
Samsung NX100 for Portrait Photography
Leica X2 for Portrait Photography
Large APS-C (23.4 x 15.6 mm) sensor
Image Stabilization
Average Resolution Sensor: 15.0MP
Optional External Viewfinder
Average Ergonomics&Handling
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Large APS-C (23.6 x 15.8 mm) sensor
External Flash Shoe
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Optional External Viewfinder
No Image Stabilization
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
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Samsung NX100 for Street Photography
Leica X2 for Street Photography
Large APS-C (23.4 x 15.6 mm) sensor
Image Stabilization
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Optional External Viewfinder
Medium sized Body
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Large APS-C (23.6 x 15.8 mm) sensor
Small Body
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Fast Lens at Wide: f2.80
Optional External Viewfinder
No Image Stabilization
36 mm - Poor Wide Angle Coverage
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Samsung NX100 for Sports Photography
Leica X2 for Sports Photography
Image Stabilization
Fast Max shutter speed: 1/4000s
15 Focus Points
Optional External Viewfinder
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Slow Continuous Shooting: 3.0fps
Environmental Sealings
Read the details
External Flash Shoe
11 Focus Points
Optional External Viewfinder
Average Continuous Shooting: 5.0fps
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
No Image Stabilization
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
36 mm Tele Lens
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Samsung NX100 for Daily Photography
Leica X2 for Daily Photography
Large APS-C (23.6 x 15.8 mm) sensor
Compact Body
345g
Body Thickness 52mm
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Samsung NX100 for Landscape Photography
Leica X2 for Landscape Photography
Large APS-C (23.4 x 15.6 mm) sensor
Live-view
Average Resolution Sensor: 15.0MP
No Environmental Sealings
Read the details
Large APS-C (23.6 x 15.8 mm) sensor
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
No Environmental Sealings
36 mm - Poor Wide Angle Coverage
Read the details
You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far but in case you wonder how we rated Samsung NX100 and Leica X2, below you can find their scores in five different aspects.
Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 63 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.
Here is a summary of how Samsung NX100 and Leica X2 scores compare:
Samsung NX100
Ranked
#100 out of 126 in Rangefinder-style mirrorless cameras
Ranked
#425 out of 1220 in all Cameras
Leica X2
Ranked
#48 out of 61 in Large sensor compact cameras
Ranked
#496 out of 1220 in all Cameras
Samsung NX100 scores higher than the Leica X2 thanks to its better general imaging quality, compact size and higher value for the money. On the other hand, Leica X2 has some extra features which may become a game changer if you have some specific requirements.
We recommend you to read our detailed Pro's and Con's section and see if any Pro of Leica X2 is a must-have for you. If not, choose the Samsung NX100.
| General |
Samsung NX100 |
Leica X2 |
| Brand |
Samsung |
Leica |
| Announced |
2010-09-14 |
2012-05-10 |
| Body Type |
Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Large sensor compact |
Sensor |
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| Type |
CMOS |
CMOS |
| Size |
APS-C |
APS-C |
| Dimensions |
23.4 x 15.6 mm |
23.6 x 15.8 mm |
| Area |
365.04mm2 |
372.88mm2 |
| Megapixels |
15 megapixels |
16 megapixels |
| Max Resolution |
4592 x 3056 |
4928 x 3264 |
| Max Native Light sensitivity |
6,400 ISO |
12,500 ISO |
| Min Native Light sensitivity |
100 ISO |
100 ISO |
| RAW Support |
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Autofocus |
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| AF Touch |
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| AF Continuous |
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| AF Single |
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| AF Tracking |
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| AF Selective |
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| AF Center |
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| AF Multi Area |
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| AF Live View |
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| AF Face Detection |
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| AF Contrast Detection |
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| AF Phase Detection |
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| Number of Focus Points |
15 |
11 |
Lens |
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| Manual Focus |
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| Lens Mount |
Samsung NX |
fixed lens |
| Lens Focal Range |
no lens |
36 mm (1×) |
| Max Aperture |
no lens |
F2.8 |
| Macro Focus Range |
no lens |
30cm |
Screen |
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| Type |
Fixed type |
Fixed type |
| Size |
3" |
2.7" |
| Resolution |
614k dots |
230k dots |
| Touch Screen |
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Viewfinder |
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| Viewfinder |
Electronic (optional) |
Electronic (optional) |
Photography Features |
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| Max Mechanical Shutter |
1/4000s |
1/2000s |
| Shutter Priority |
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| Aperture Priority |
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| Manual Exposure Mode |
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| Custom White Balance |
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| Image Stabilization |
Digital only |
No |
| Built-in Flash |
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| Max Flash Sync |
1/180s |
n/a |
| External Flash |
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| Continuous Shooting |
3.0 fps |
5.0 fps |
| Multi-Segment |
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| Average |
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| Spot |
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| Partial |
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| AF-Area |
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| Center Weighted |
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| AE Bracketing |
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| WB Bracketing |
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Video Features |
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| Max Video Resolution |
1280 x 720 |
None |
| Video Formats |
H.264 |
n/a |
| Microphone Port |
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| Headphone Port |
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Connectivity |
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| Wireless Connectivity |
None |
None |
| HDMI |
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Physical |
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| Environmental Sealing |
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| Weight |
282g |
345g |
| Dimensions |
120 x 71 x 35mm |
124 x 69 x 52mm |
| Battery Life |
420 shots |
450 shots |
Other Features |
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| Timelapse Recording |
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| GPS |
Optional |
None |
DxO Sensor Scores |
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| DxO Overall Score |
62 |
not tested |
| DxO Color Depth |
22.6 |
not tested |
| DxO Dynamic Range |
10.7 |
not tested |
| DxO Low Light ISO |
563 |
not tested |
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