Casio EX-FH25 vs Leica V-Lux 5

In this article, we are contrasting the Casio EX-FH25 and Leica V-Lux 5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Leica. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the EX-FH25 (10MP) and V-Lux 5 (20MP) and the EX-FH25 (1/2.3") and V-Lux 5 (1") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-FH25 was revealed 10 years prior to the V-Lux 5 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-FH25 grades against the V-Lux 5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FH25 & Leica V-Lux 5. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-FH25 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FH25 features exterior measurements of 122mm x 81mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 5 has sizing of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") along with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the EX-FH25 compared to the V-Lux 5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FH25 and V-Lux 5 is 69 and 55 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FH25 and V-Lux 5.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-FH25 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Leica V-Lux 5 will result in greater detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older EX-FH25 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.