Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung HZ35W

Its time to look a little more closely at the Leica V-Lux 2 and Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was manufactured 4 months later than the HZ35W and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the V-Lux 2 matches up against the HZ35W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 2 and Samsung HZ35W. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 2 has physical measurements of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 2 and Samsung HZ35W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 2 versus the HZ35W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 2 and HZ35W is 67 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 2 and HZ35W.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Leica V-Lux 2 to give extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively.