Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung WB350F

The following is a extensive assessment of the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Leica and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and WB350F (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was revealed 3 years before the WB350F which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the V-Lux 3 grades versus the WB350F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 3 and Samsung WB350F. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 3 features outer measurements 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 WB350F has measurements of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Samsung WB350F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 3 against the WB350F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 3 and WB350F is 67 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 3 and WB350F.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung WB350F to render greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.