Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB850F

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Leica and Samsung. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and WB850F (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was announced 20 months prior to the WB850F making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the V-Lux 20 grades versus the WB850F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung WB850F. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 has physical 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 WB850F has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung WB850F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 20 against the WB850F.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and WB850F is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and WB850F.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung WB850F to deliver greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.