Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched April 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally Known as WB600
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Below, we will be matching up the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe V-Lux 20 was unveiled 4 months later than the HZ30W and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the V-Lux 20 grades against the HZ30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung HZ30W. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Samsung HZ30W
| V-Lux 20 | HZ30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Leica V-Lux 20
| HZ30W | V-Lux 20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung HZ30W
| V-Lux 20 | HZ30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2010 |  | January 2010 | Same generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 provides external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 20 versus the HZ30W.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and HZ30W is 91 and 91 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 20 and HZ30W.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will need to take the release date of the cameras into account.
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
| Leica V-Lux 20 | Samsung HZ30W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Leica | Samsung |
| Model type | Leica V-Lux 20 | Samsung HZ30W |
| Also called | - | WB600 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2010-04-20 | 2010-01-19 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.30 m | 5.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 218 grams (0.48 pounds) | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | - | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $779 | $280 |