Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 520g - 124 x 80 x 95mm
- Introduced September 2010
- Newer Model is Leica V-Lux 3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2012

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 2 was brought out 23 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the V-Lux 2 matches up against the Galaxy Camera 4G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 2 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 2 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
V-Lux 2 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Leica V-Lux 2
Galaxy Camera 4G | V-Lux 2 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | September 2010 | Fresher by 23 months |
Screen dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 2 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
V-Lux 2 | Galaxy Camera 4G |
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 2 features physical dimensions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Contrast the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 2 compared to the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 2 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 67 and 90 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 2 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to give extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older V-Lux 2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Leica V-Lux 2 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica V-Lux 2 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-09-21 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | - |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
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 file format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 520g (1.15 lb) | 305g (0.67 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 80 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $1,000 | $550 |