Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung SL202
90 Imaging
37 Features
46 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung SL202 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Introduced May 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally Known as PL50

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung SL202 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung SL202, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and SL202 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 30 was introduced 2 years later than the SL202 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the V-Lux 30 grades against the SL202 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 30 & Samsung SL202. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Samsung SL202
V-Lux 30 | SL202 | |||
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Released | May 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 28 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Leica V-Lux 30
SL202 | V-Lux 30 |
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Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Samsung SL202
V-Lux 30 | SL202 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 30 provides external dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Samsung SL202 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung SL202 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 30 vs the SL202.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and SL202 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The photograph here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and SL202.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Leica V-Lux 30 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 30 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung SL202 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 30 | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica V-Lux 30 | Samsung SL202 |
Alternative name | - | PL50 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-05-26 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 219g (0.48 lbs) | 168g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | 260 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $900 | $140 |