Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung HZ35W

On this page, we will be reviewing the Leica V-Lux 3 and Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was brought out 18 months later than the HZ35W which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the V-Lux 3 matches up versus the HZ35W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 3 & Samsung HZ35W. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 3 offers external dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Leica V-Lux 3 and Samsung HZ35W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 3 compared to the HZ35W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 3 and HZ35W is 67 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 3 and HZ35W.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent V-Lux 3 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.