Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Let's look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was brought out 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the V-Lux 20 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 3G with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 enjoys external measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the V-Lux 20 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 20 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to give you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.