Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB150F
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37 Features
48 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
42 Overall
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB150F 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
- Released May 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Announced January 2012
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe V-Lux 40 was released 5 months later than the WB150F and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the V-Lux 40 matches up versus the WB150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung WB150F. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Samsung WB150F
V-Lux 40 | WB150F | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Clearer display (+1k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Leica V-Lux 40
WB150F | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung WB150F
V-Lux 40 | WB150F | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | January 2012 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 40 provides outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Samsung WB150F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 40 vs the WB150F.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and WB150F is 92 and 93 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The visual here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and WB150F.
As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of files though you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Leica V-Lux 40 | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Samsung |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 40 | Samsung WB150F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-05-10 | 2012-01-09 |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 gr (0.46 lb) | 188 gr (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $699 | $230 |