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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ35W

Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
48
Overall
41
Leica V-Lux 40 front
 
Samsung HZ35W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
42
Overall
37

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs

Leica V-Lux 40
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
  • Released May 2012
Samsung HZ35W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
  • Introduced June 2010
  • Also Known as WB650
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview

Here, we are looking at the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was unveiled 24 months later than the HZ35W making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the V-Lux 40 grades against the HZ35W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Samsung HZ35W

 V-Lux 40 HZ35W 
IntroducedMay 2012June 2010Fresher by 24 months
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Leica V-Lux 40

 HZ35W V-Lux 40 
Manually focus Very exact focus
Display resolution614k461kCrisper display (+153k dot)

Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung HZ35W

 V-Lux 40 HZ35W 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display measurements
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 40 has got exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ35W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 40 and the HZ35W.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ35W size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and HZ35W is 92 and 91 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ35W top view buttons comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The visual below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 40 and HZ35W.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Leica V-Lux 40 to give you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern V-Lux 40 provides an advantage in sensor technology.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ35W sensor size comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Portrait photography advice
Samsung HZ35W Portrait photography advice
35
MP count good (14MP)
includes face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
34
you can focus manually
provides face detection focus
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 as a Street photography camera
Samsung HZ35W as a Street photography camera
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus via touch
lighter than others in class (210g)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (245 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Sports photography information
Samsung HZ35W Sports photography information
47
incredible zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
includes tracking autofocus
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low battery pack (210 shots)
does not have phase detect autofocus
42
amazing zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides tracking autofocus
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Travel photography highlights
Samsung HZ35W Travel photography highlights
68
lighter than others in class (210g)
includes focus via touch
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
long reach (480mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
low battery pack (210 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
63
lighter than competition (245 grams)
has built in flash
really wide (24mm)
very long zoom (360mm)
lack of Timelapse function
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Landscape photography features
Samsung HZ35W Landscape photography features
42
relatively wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
low battery pack (210 per charge)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
43
you can focus manually
really wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung HZ35W as a Vlogging camera
35
relatively wide (24mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others in class (210g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic socket
31
really wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection focus
lighter than competition (245 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone support
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung HZ35W
 Leica V-Lux 40Samsung HZ35W
General Information
Brand Leica Samsung
Model Leica V-Lux 40 Samsung HZ35W
Also Known as - WB650
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2012-05-10 2010-06-16
Physical type 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 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 23 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-480mm (20.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-6.4 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus range 3cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 461k dots 614k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 secs 16 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 6.40 m 5.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB 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 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, AVCHD Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 210g (0.46 lb) 245g (0.54 lb)
Physical dimensions 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1")
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 210 shots -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model - SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch pricing $699 $300