Leica C vs Samsung HZ15W

Lets look a little more closely at the Leica C versus Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the C (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is very well matched but the C (1/1.7") and HZ15W (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The C was released 4 years after the HZ15W which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the C matches up vs the HZ15W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica C and Samsung HZ15W. The complete galleries are provided at Leica C Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Leica C features outer dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ15W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Leica C versus Samsung HZ15W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the C vs the HZ15W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the C and HZ15W is 92 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the C and HZ15W.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The C comes with the larger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The fresher C will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.