Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung WB1100F
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Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung WB1100F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 540g - 124 x 81 x 95mm
- Launched December 2011
- Old Model is Leica V-Lux 2
- Later Model is Leica V-Lux 4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 512g - 125 x 87 x 96mm
- Revealed January 2014

Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung WB1100F Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Leica and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and WB1100F (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 3 was revealed 3 years prior to the WB1100F which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the V-Lux 3 grades against the WB1100F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung WB1100F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 3 and Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 3 over the Samsung WB1100F
V-Lux 3 | WB1100F | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB1100F over the Leica V-Lux 3
WB1100F | V-Lux 3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | December 2011 | Newer by 25 months |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 3 and Samsung WB1100F
V-Lux 3 | WB1100F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung WB1100F Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 3 has got outside measurements of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Samsung WB1100F has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") having a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).
Contrast the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Samsung WB1100F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 3 vs the WB1100F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 3 and WB1100F is 67 and 67 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung WB1100F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The picture here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 3 and WB1100F.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung WB1100F to give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung WB1100F Specifications
Leica V-Lux 3 | Samsung WB1100F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica V-Lux 3 | Samsung WB1100F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-12-08 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 pounds) | 512 gr (1.13 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 81 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") | 125 x 87 x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") |
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 life | 410 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP-DC 9 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $949 | $250 |