• 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 18.0 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 2500
  • APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600

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Differences

Leica M-E (Typ 220) advantages over Samsung NX2000

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 6.91 vs 4.29 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos

Samsung NX2000 advantages over Leica M-E (Typ 220)

  • 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
  • Higher effective ISO
    908 vs 787 iso
    Take photos in low light with less noise
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Lighter weight
    228g vs 585g
    Lighter weight
  • More dots on screen
    1152k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    8.0 fps vs 2.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Higher extended ISO
    25600 vs 2500 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
  • 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
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • 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
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Samsung NX210

Leica M-E (Typ 220)
Samsung NX210
  • $7999
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $407
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
Samsung NX2000
Samsung NX210
  • $680
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $407
  • APS-C
  • External Mic Jack
  • Wider angle kit lens

Compared to Leica M Monochrom

Leica M-E (Typ 220)
Leica M Monochrom
  • $7999
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • $7950
  • 35mm
  • Higher extended ISO
Samsung NX2000
Leica M Monochrom
  • $680
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive
  • $7950
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compared to Leica M (Typ 240)

Leica M-E (Typ 220)
Leica M (Typ 240)
  • $7999
  • 35mm
  • $6995
  • 35mm
  • Higher effective ISO
  • More dynamic range
Samsung NX2000
Leica M (Typ 240)
  • $680
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $6995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compared to Leica M-P (Typ 240)

Leica M-E (Typ 220)
Leica M-P (Typ 240)
  • $7999
  • 35mm
  • $7495
  • 35mm
  • Higher effective ISO
  • More dynamic range
Samsung NX2000
Leica M-P (Typ 240)
  • $680
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $7495
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compared to Samsung NX3300

Leica M-E (Typ 220)
Samsung NX3300
  • $7999
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $691
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Tiltable Screen
Samsung NX2000
Samsung NX3300
  • $680
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Touchscreen
  • $691
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
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