Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung HZ50W

Let's look much closer at the Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was released 2 years after the HZ50W which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the V-Lux 4 grades against the HZ50W for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 4 & Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 4 has got outside dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 4 versus the HZ50W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 4 and HZ50W is 65 and 70 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 4 and HZ50W.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung HZ50W to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 4 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.