Leica SL vs Samsung HZ15W
67 Imaging
72 Features
78 Overall
74
90 Imaging
35 Features
31 Overall
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Leica SL vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 50000
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 847g - 147 x 104 x 39mm
- Launched October 2015
- Additionally Known as Typ 601
- Successor is Leica SL2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Launched February 2009
- Alternative Name is WB550
Leica SL vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Leica SL versus Samsung HZ15W, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the SL (24MP) and HZ15W (12MP) and the SL (Full frame) and HZ15W (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe SL was unveiled 6 years after the HZ15W which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica SL being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the SL grades vs the HZ15W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Leica SL vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica SL & Samsung HZ15W. The full galleries are available at Leica SL Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica SL over the Samsung HZ15W
SL | HZ15W | |||
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Launched | October 2015 | February 2009 | More modern by 82 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Leica SL
HZ15W | SL |
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Common features in the Leica SL and Samsung HZ15W
SL | HZ15W | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Leica SL vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica SL comes with physical dimensions of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the Leica SL versus Samsung HZ15W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SL compared to the HZ15W.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the SL and HZ15W is 67 and 90 respectively.
Leica SL vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SL and HZ15W.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SL using its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Leica SL will produce greater detail having an extra 12MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SL is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Leica SL vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Leica SL | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Samsung |
Model type | Leica SL | Samsung HZ15W |
Also called | Typ 601 | WB550 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-10-21 | 2009-02-23 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Maestro II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 50000 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 30 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 4,400 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 60p, 30p, 24p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 847 grams (1.87 lb) | 249 grams (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 104 x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 88 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1821 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP-SCL4 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported on slot 1) | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | Dual | 1 |
Launch cost | $7,450 | $330 |