Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung HZ35W

Let's look more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 4 and Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was manufactured 2 years later than the HZ35W and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the V-Lux 4 scores versus the HZ35W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 4 & Samsung HZ35W. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery & Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 4 features physical dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Leica V-Lux 4 and Samsung HZ35W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 4 against the HZ35W.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 4 and HZ35W is 65 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 4 and HZ35W.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern V-Lux 4 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.