Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB1100F
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB1100F Key Specs
(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
- Announced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 512g - 125 x 87 x 96mm
- Released January 2014
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB1100F Overview
Here, we are matching up the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe V-Lux 40 was introduced 20 months earlier than the WB1100F making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB1100F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the V-Lux 40 scores vs the WB1100F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB1100F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung WB1100F. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Samsung WB1100F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Samsung WB1100F
V-Lux 40 | WB1100F | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB1100F over the Leica V-Lux 40
WB1100F | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | May 2012 | More recent by 20 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung WB1100F
V-Lux 40 | WB1100F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB1100F Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 40 features outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB1100F has specifications of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") with a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung WB1100F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 40 vs the WB1100F.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and WB1100F is 92 and 67 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB1100F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The visual below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 40 and WB1100F.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung WB1100F to result in more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older V-Lux 40 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB1100F Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB1100F Specifications
Leica V-Lux 40 | Samsung WB1100F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica V-Lux 40 | Samsung WB1100F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-05-10 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 210 gr (0.46 pounds) | 512 gr (1.13 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 125 x 87 x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $699 | $250 |