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

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").

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.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 2 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 2 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
V-Lux 2 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | 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 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | September 2010 | More modern by 39 months |
Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer 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 | |||
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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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 2 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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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 |