Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB250F
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB250F 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
- Revealed April 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Released January 2013

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 20 was brought out 3 years earlier than the WB250F and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the V-Lux 20 scores against the WB250F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Samsung WB250F
V-Lux 20 | WB250F | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Leica V-Lux 20
WB250F | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | April 2010 | More recent by 33 months |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung WB250F
V-Lux 20 | WB250F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 offers outside dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Samsung WB250F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 20 against the WB250F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and WB250F is 91 and 93 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 20 and WB250F.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB250F to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Leica V-Lux 20 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica V-Lux 20 | Samsung WB250F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-04-20 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 218 grams (0.48 lb) | 226 grams (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $779 | $250 |