Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB150F
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB150F 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Announced January 2012

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Here, we are matching up the Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 20 was launched 20 months earlier than the WB150F making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the V-Lux 20 matches up vs the WB150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung WB150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Samsung WB150F
V-Lux 20 | WB150F | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Leica V-Lux 20
WB150F | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | April 2010 | More modern by 20 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung WB150F
V-Lux 20 | WB150F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 20 offers exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Samsung WB150F has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung WB150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the WB150F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and WB150F is 91 and 93 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and WB150F.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB150F to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Leica V-Lux 20 | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica V-Lux 20 | Samsung WB150F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-04-20 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 218g (0.48 lbs) | 188g (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $779 | $230 |