Leica V-Lux 4 vs Samsung WB750

Here, we will be analyzing the Leica V-Lux 4 and Samsung WB750, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and the WB750 (13MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was revealed 13 months after the WB750 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB750 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the V-Lux 4 scores versus the WB750 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 4 & Samsung WB750. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery & Samsung WB750 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 4 provides outer measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Samsung WB750 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Leica V-Lux 4 and Samsung WB750 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 4 versus the WB750.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 4 and WB750 is 65 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 4 and WB750.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung WB750 to show more detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 4 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.