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Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung ST65

Portability
65
Imaging
36
Features
62
Overall
46
Leica V-Lux 4 front
 
Samsung ST65 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung ST65 Key Specs

Leica V-Lux 4
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
  • 588g - 125 x 87 x 110mm
  • Announced September 2012
  • Succeeded the Leica V-Lux 3
  • New Model is Leica V-Lux 5
Samsung ST65
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Announced January 2011
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Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung ST65 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung ST65, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was brought out 21 months after the ST65 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the V-Lux 4 grades versus the ST65 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 4 over the Samsung ST65

 V-Lux 4 ST65 
AnnouncedSeptember 2012January 2011Newer by 21 months
Manual focus Very precise focusing
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Leica V-Lux 4

 ST65 V-Lux 4 

Common features in the Leica V-Lux 4 and Samsung ST65

 V-Lux 4 ST65 
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurements
Screen resolution460k460kThe same screen resolution
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 4 comes with 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) whilst the Samsung ST65 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

See the Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung ST65 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 4 against the ST65.

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung ST65 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 4 and ST65 is 65 and 99 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung ST65 top view buttons comparison

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 4 and ST65.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung ST65 to render greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 4 provides an advantage in sensor technology.

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung ST65 sensor size comparison

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica V-Lux 4 Portrait photography factors
Samsung ST65 Portrait photography factors
45
manual focus
features face detection autofocus
saves RAW formats
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Leica V-Lux 4
Street photography with Samsung ST65
57
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
heavier than others (588g)
49
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
low max ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Leica V-Lux 4 Sports photography features
Samsung ST65 Sports photography features
46
excellent zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking autofocus
great battery (540 per charge)
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
26
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Leica V-Lux 4
Travel photography with Samsung ST65
55
great battery (540 shots)
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
quite wide (25mm)
long reach (600mm)
missing Time Lapse function
heavier than others (588g)
resolution not great (12MP)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
71
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Leica V-Lux 4
Landscape photography with Samsung ST65
48
manual focus
quite wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
great battery (540 shots)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
missing Time Lapse function
37
fast maximum aperture (f)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica V-Lux 4 Vlogging details
Samsung ST65 Vlogging details
63
quite wide (25mm)
selfie friendly display
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection autofocus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
comes with external mic port
slow max aperture (f2.8)
heavier than others (588g)
27
fast maximum aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic socket
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Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica V-Lux 4 and Samsung ST65
 Leica V-Lux 4Samsung ST65
General Information
Make Leica Samsung
Model Leica V-Lux 4 Samsung ST65
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Ultracompact
Announced 2012-09-17 2011-01-19
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 -
Max enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 100 -
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 23 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-600mm (24.0x) ()
Highest aperture f/2.8 -
Macro focus range 1cm -
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 460k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology Free-Angle TFT Screen LCD Display -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 1,312k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 12.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 13.50 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, AVCHD -
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 588g (1.30 pounds) -
Physical dimensions 125 x 87 x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 540 images -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal -
Card slots One One
Launch price $899 $130