Leica D-LUX 5 vs Pentax RZ18
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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Pentax RZ18 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
- Released September 2010
- New Model is Leica D-Lux 6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Introduced September 2011
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In this article, we will be evaluating the Leica D-LUX 5 and Pentax RZ18, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Leica and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and RZ18 (16MP) and the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and RZ18 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe D-LUX 5 was launched 11 months before the RZ18 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the D-LUX 5 scores against the RZ18 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Leica D-LUX 5 over the Pentax RZ18
| D-LUX 5 | RZ18 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Leica D-LUX 5
| RZ18 | D-LUX 5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2011 |  | September 2010 | Fresher by 11 months |
Common features in the Leica D-LUX 5 and Pentax RZ18
| D-LUX 5 | RZ18 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 460k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Leica D-LUX 5 has outside measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Pentax RZ18 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the D-LUX 5 against the RZ18.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the D-LUX 5 and RZ18 is 88 and 92 respectively.
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D-LUX 5 and RZ18.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The D-LUX 5 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Pentax RZ18 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older D-LUX 5 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
| Leica D-LUX 5 | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Leica | Pentax |
| Model type | Leica D-LUX 5 | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2010-09-21 | 2011-09-12 |
| 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 | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.0-3.3 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 4cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.5 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.20 m | 2.80 m |
| Flash modes | 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) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 271 gr (0.60 lb) | 178 gr (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 All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | - | 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/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at launch | $799 | $210 |