Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung MV800
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung MV800 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
- Introduced April 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 56 x 10mm
- Announced September 2011

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung MV800 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung MV800, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Leica and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and MV800 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 20 was manufactured 16 months prior to the MV800 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the V-Lux 20 grades vs the MV800 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung MV800 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung MV800. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Samsung MV800
V-Lux 20 | MV800 | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung MV800 over the Leica V-Lux 20
MV800 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | ![]() | April 2010 | Fresher by 16 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung MV800
V-Lux 20 | MV800 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung MV800 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 has outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung MV800 has dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung MV800 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the MV800.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and MV800 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung MV800 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and MV800.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung MV800 to give extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung MV800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung MV800 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 20 | Samsung MV800 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Samsung |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 20 | Samsung MV800 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-04-20 | 2011-09-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
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) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 3.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320 x 240 (30/15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218g (0.48 lbs) | 121g (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 92 x 56 x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Battery ID | - | BP70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Micro SD |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $779 | $499 |