Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched April 2010
(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
- Announced August 2012

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Leica and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 20 was announced 3 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the V-Lux 20 grades against the Galaxy Camera 4G with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
V-Lux 20 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Leica V-Lux 20
Galaxy Camera 4G | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | April 2010 | More modern by 28 months |
Screen dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
V-Lux 20 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 enjoys external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 20 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to show more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Leica V-Lux 20 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Samsung |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 20 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-04-20 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218g (0.48 lbs) | 305g (0.67 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $779 | $550 |