Leica D-LUX 5 vs Pentax RZ10
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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Pentax RZ10 Key Specs
(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
- Announced September 2010
- Replacement is Leica D-Lux 6
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Released July 2011
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Here is a extended assessment of the Leica D-LUX 5 vs Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and RZ10 (14MP) and the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and RZ10 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe D-LUX 5 was launched 10 months prior to the RZ10 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the D-LUX 5 scores vs the RZ10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Leica D-LUX 5 over the Pentax RZ10
| D-LUX 5 | RZ10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Leica D-LUX 5
| RZ10 | D-LUX 5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2011 |  | September 2010 | Fresher by 10 months |
Common features in the Leica D-LUX 5 and Pentax RZ10
| D-LUX 5 | RZ10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Pentax RZ10 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-LUX 5 features outer dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ10 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Look at the Leica D-LUX 5 vs Pentax RZ10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the D-LUX 5 vs the RZ10.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D-LUX 5 and RZ10 is 88 and 92 respectively.
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Pentax RZ10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The visual here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-LUX 5 and RZ10.
To sum up, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The D-LUX 5 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Pentax RZ10 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older D-LUX 5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Pentax RZ10 Specifications
| Leica D-LUX 5 | Pentax Optio RZ10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Leica | Pentax |
| Model | Leica D-LUX 5 | Pentax Optio RZ10 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2010-09-21 | 2011-07-19 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 44.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| 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 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.0-3.3 | f/3.2-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 4.5 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.20 m | 2.80 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 271 grams (0.60 lb) | 178 grams (0.39 lb) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | - | 178 images |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $799 | $200 |
