Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung DV150F
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Launched January 2013

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung DV150F, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 40 was announced 8 months prior to the DV150F so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the V-Lux 40 scores vs the DV150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 40 & Samsung DV150F. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Samsung DV150F
V-Lux 40 | DV150F | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Leica V-Lux 40
DV150F | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2012 | More recent by 8 months |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung DV150F
V-Lux 40 | DV150F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 offers exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Samsung DV150F has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung DV150F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the DV150F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and DV150F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The photograph below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 40 and DV150F.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung DV150F to result in extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older V-Lux 40 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Leica V-Lux 40 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Samsung |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 40 | Samsung DV150F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-05-10 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 210 grams (0.46 lbs) | 116 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $699 | $150 |