Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung WB850F

Here, we will be matching up the Leica V-Lux 3 and Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and WB850F (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was brought out at a similar time to the WB850F so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the V-Lux 3 matches up versus the WB850F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 3 and Samsung WB850F. The entire galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 3 comes with 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 WB850F has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 3 and Samsung WB850F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 3 compared to the WB850F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 3 and WB850F is 67 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 3 and WB850F.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung WB850F to render greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively.