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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Portability
67
Imaging
36
Features
52
Overall
42
Leica V-Lux 2 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs

Leica V-Lux 2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
  • 520g - 124 x 80 x 95mm
  • Launched September 2010
  • Newer Model is Leica V-Lux 3
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
  • Released January 2014
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview

Let's look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was manufactured 4 years before the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the V-Lux 2 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 2 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 V-Lux 2 Galaxy Camera 2 
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Leica V-Lux 2

 Galaxy Camera 2 V-Lux 2 
ReleasedJanuary 2014September 2010More modern by 39 months
Display dimensions4.8"3"Larger display (+1.8")
Display resolution1037k460kClearer display (+577k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Leica V-Lux 2 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 V-Lux 2 Galaxy Camera 2 
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 2 has got physical dimensions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 2 compared to the Galaxy Camera 2.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 2 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 67 and 90 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 top view buttons comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 2 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to give you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 sensor size comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 Portrait photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Portrait photography factors
51
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
saves RAW formats
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
44
manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
offers face detect focusing
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 Street photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Street photography details
58
screen can move to multiple angles
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
heavier than competition (520 grams)
65
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has touch focus
lighter than competition in class (283 grams)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 Sports photography features
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sports photography features
48
incredible zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
48
incredible zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
good battery pack (400 per charge)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 fps)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 as a Travel photography camera
59
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
reasonably wide (25mm)
very long reach (600mm)
missing Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (520 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
73
good battery pack (400 per charge)
lighter than competition in class (283g)
supports bluetooth
has touch focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (23mm)
great reach (483mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 Landscape photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Landscape photography information
51
manual focus
reasonably wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
saves RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
missing Time Lapse function
52
manual focus
relatively wide (23mm)
screen larger than average (4.8 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
good battery pack (400 per charge)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Leica V-Lux 2
Vlogging with Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
51
reasonably wide (25mm)
display is selfie friendly
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic socket
heavier than competition (520 grams)
37
relatively wide (23mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has microphone port
lighter than competition in class (283 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica V-Lux 2 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
 Leica V-Lux 2Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
General Information
Brand Leica Samsung
Model type Leica V-Lux 2 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2010-09-21 2014-01-02
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-600mm (24.0x) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.2 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance 1cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 4.8 inch
Display resolution 460k dot 1,037k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech - HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Features
Min shutter speed 60s 16s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 11.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 9.50 m 3.80 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix
Hot shoe
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 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format AVCHD Lite MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 520 gr (1.15 lbs) 283 gr (0.62 lbs)
Physical dimensions 124 x 80 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 400 photos
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - Built-in
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $1,000 $400