Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung HZ50W

The following is a complete overview of the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was launched 20 months after the HZ50W which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the V-Lux 3 scores against the HZ50W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 3 & Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 3 has exterior dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ50W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 3 against the HZ50W.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 3 and HZ50W is 67 and 70 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 3 and HZ50W.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung HZ50W to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher V-Lux 3 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.