Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung CL80

Let's examine more closely at the Leica V-Lux 4 versus Samsung CL80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was released 2 years later than the CL80 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the V-Lux 4 matches up vs the CL80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 4 & Samsung CL80. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery & Samsung CL80 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 4 has got outside measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Samsung CL80 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 4 versus Samsung CL80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 4 against the CL80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 4 and CL80 is 65 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The photograph here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 4 and CL80.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung CL80 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 4 should have an edge in sensor innovation.