Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung TL220

Its time to look a little more closely at the Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung TL220, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was released 9 months later than the TL220 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the V-Lux 20 matches up against the TL220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung TL220. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 provides physical 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 TL220 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung TL220 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 20 compared to the TL220.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and TL220 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and TL220.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of images though you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern V-Lux 20 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.