Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung PL200
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Released July 2010

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Below is a comprehensive review of the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung PL200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 20 was introduced 3 months earlier than the PL200 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the V-Lux 20 scores vs the PL200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Samsung PL200
V-Lux 20 | PL200 | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Leica V-Lux 20
PL200 | V-Lux 20 |
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Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung PL200
V-Lux 20 | PL200 | |||
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Released | April 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 offers external measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Samsung PL200 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung PL200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 20 against the PL200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and PL200 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 20 and PL200.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung PL200 to give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 20 | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica V-Lux 20 | Samsung PL200 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-04-20 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | 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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 218 grams (0.48 pounds) | 170 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $779 | $0 |