• 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 24.0 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600

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Differences

Leica M (Typ 240) advantages over Samsung NX30

  • 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
    1,860 vs 1,014 iso
    Take photos in low light with less noise
  • More pixels
    24.0 vs 20.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Samsung NX30 advantages over Leica M (Typ 240)

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • 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
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • 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
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    8.9 fps vs 3.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    21 vs 8 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/8000 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

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • 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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Review Excerpt

  • Very good image quality at low to moderately high ISOs; Blazing fast single-shot autofocus; Fast 9fps burst with RAW and JPEG files; Built-in Wi-Fi with NFC; Good build quality; Tilting EVF; Articulating touchscreen monitor; Bundled with Adobe Lightroom 5 software; Excellent value.

  • Dynamic range not as good as the best APS-C models; Slow buffer clearing even with fast UHS-I cards; Buffer depth with RAW files is underwhelming; Native lens selection is still fairly limited.

  • Read our Samsung NX30 Review

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 NX30
Leica M Monochrom
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $7950
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

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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 NX30
Leica M-E (Typ 220)
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Touchscreen
  • $7999
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Samsung NX30 vs Leica M-E (Typ 220)

Compared to Fujifilm X-T1

Leica M (Typ 240)
Fujifilm X-T1
  • $6995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1099
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive

Compare Leica M (Typ 240) vs Fujifilm X-T1

Samsung NX30
Fujifilm X-T1
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Touchscreen
  • $1099
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • More viewfinder magnification

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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 NX30
Leica M-P (Typ 240)
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Touchscreen
  • $7495
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Samsung NX30 vs Leica M-P (Typ 240)

Compared to Fujifilm X-T10

Leica M (Typ 240)
Fujifilm X-T10
  • $6995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1099
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive

Compare Leica M (Typ 240) vs Fujifilm X-T10

Samsung NX30
Fujifilm X-T10
  • $899
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Touchscreen
  • $1099
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Doesn't require an AA filter

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