Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung NX10

Following is a in depth comparison of the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Samsung NX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is fairly well matched but the V-Lux 20 (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The V-Lux 20 was launched at a similar time to the NX10 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the V-Lux 20 scores vs the NX10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 20 & Samsung NX10. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Samsung NX10 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 has got outer 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 NX10 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the NX10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and NX10 is 91 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 20 and NX10.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The V-Lux 20 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX10 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.