Leica D-LUX 5 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Released July 2010
- Other Name is WB5000

Leica D-LUX 5 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Lets look closer at the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Samsung HZ25W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is pretty comparable but the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and HZ25W (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

The D-LUX 5 was revealed 3 months later than the HZ25W and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the D-LUX 5 grades vs the HZ25W for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica D-LUX 5 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-LUX 5 and Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are provided at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-LUX 5 over the Samsung HZ25W
D-LUX 5 | HZ25W | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Leica D-LUX 5
HZ25W | D-LUX 5 |
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Common features in the Leica D-LUX 5 and Samsung HZ25W
D-LUX 5 | HZ25W | |||
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Released | September 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica D-LUX 5 features external dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Look at the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Samsung HZ25W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the D-LUX 5 and the HZ25W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D-LUX 5 and HZ25W is 88 and 70 respectively.

Leica D-LUX 5 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The photograph here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D-LUX 5 and HZ25W.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D-LUX 5 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Samsung HZ25W will show extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively.

Leica D-LUX 5 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Leica D-LUX 5 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica D-LUX 5 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called | - | WB5000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-09-21 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 44.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-3.3 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.20 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 271 grams (0.60 pounds) | 428 grams (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $799 | $350 |