Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung HZ25W

On this page, we will be looking at the Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung HZ25W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the D-Lux 6 (10MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively close but the D-Lux 6 (1/1.7") and HZ25W (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The D-Lux 6 was revealed 2 years after the HZ25W which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the D-Lux 6 grades against the HZ25W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-Lux 6 and Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are viewable at Leica D-Lux 6 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica D-Lux 6 comes with outside measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Leica D-Lux 6 vs Samsung HZ25W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the D-Lux 6 vs the HZ25W.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D-Lux 6 and HZ25W is 86 and 70 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the D-Lux 6 and HZ25W.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D-Lux 6 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung HZ25W will provide you with more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger D-Lux 6 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.