Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB210
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB210 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Released July 2011
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Below is a comprehensive overview of the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the V-Lux 40 matches up against the WB210 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Samsung WB210
| V-Lux 40 | WB210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | May 2012 | July 2011 | More recent by 10 months | |
| Screen resolution | 461k | 1k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Leica V-Lux 40
| WB210 | V-Lux 40 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
| Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung WB210
| V-Lux 40 | WB210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 has exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Samsung WB210 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Look at the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung WB210 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 40 against the WB210.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and WB210 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking specs. The graphic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 40 and WB210.
All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer V-Lux 40 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
| Leica V-Lux 40 | Samsung WB210 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Leica | Samsung |
| Model | Leica V-Lux 40 | Samsung WB210 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2012-05-10 | 2011-07-19 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| 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 | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.9-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3.5" |
| Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 1k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 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 | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 210g (0.46 pounds) | 174g (0.38 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| 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 photographs | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $699 | $279 |