Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

On this page, we will be looking at the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was revealed 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the V-Lux 20 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 features outer dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has proportions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The visual here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 20 and Galaxy Camera 2.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.