Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung MV800

Here, we will be comparing the Leica V-Lux 30 and Samsung MV800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was unveiled 3 months prior to the MV800 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the V-Lux 30 grades versus the MV800 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 and Samsung MV800. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 30 enjoys physical dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Samsung MV800 has dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 30 and Samsung MV800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 30 against the MV800.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and MV800 is 90 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The image here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and MV800.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung MV800 to give you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively.