Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung WB350F
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung WB350F 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
- Revealed May 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 276g - 114 x 65 x 25mm
- Launched January 2014

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung WB350F Overview
Its time to look closer at the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 30 was unveiled 3 years prior to the WB350F and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the V-Lux 30 scores vs the WB350F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung WB350F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 and Samsung WB350F. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Samsung WB350F
V-Lux 30 | WB350F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB350F over the Leica V-Lux 30
WB350F | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | May 2011 | More recent by 31 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Samsung WB350F
V-Lux 30 | WB350F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung WB350F Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 30 features external dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Samsung WB350F has dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Analyze the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung WB350F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 30 vs the WB350F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and WB350F is 90 and 90 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung WB350F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The photograph here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 30 and WB350F.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung WB350F to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older V-Lux 30 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung WB350F Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung WB350F Specifications
Leica V-Lux 30 | Samsung WB350F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Samsung |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 30 | Samsung WB350F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-05-26 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 219 grams (0.48 pounds) | 276 grams (0.61 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 114 x 65 x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $900 | $260 |