FujiFilm T300 vs Leica D-LUX 5
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FujiFilm T300 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Additionally referred to as FinePix T305
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 66 x 43mm
- Revealed September 2010
- Replacement is Leica D-Lux 6

FujiFilm T300 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the FujiFilm T300 and Leica D-LUX 5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the T300 (14MP) and D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the T300 (1/2.3") and D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

The T300 was revealed 11 months later than the D-LUX 5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the T300 scores versus the D-LUX 5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm T300 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix T300 and Leica D-LUX 5. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm T300 Gallery and Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Leica D-LUX 5
T300 | D-LUX 5 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | September 2010 | Fresher by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Leica D-LUX 5 over the FujiFilm T300
D-LUX 5 | T300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Leica D-LUX 5
T300 | D-LUX 5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
FujiFilm T300 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm T300 has got physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Leica D-LUX 5 has specifications of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm T300 and Leica D-LUX 5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the T300 and the D-LUX 5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the T300 and D-LUX 5 is 94 and 88 respectively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the T300 and D-LUX 5.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The T300 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the FujiFilm T300 will result in more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent T300 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm T300 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm T300 vs Leica D-LUX 5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Leica D-LUX 5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Leica D-LUX 5 |
Also Known as | FinePix T305 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2010-09-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.0-3.3 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 7.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151g (0.33 lb) | 271g (0.60 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 110 x 66 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
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 | 180 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $250 | $799 |