Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung HZ50W
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung HZ50W 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
- Released April 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Announced May 2010
- Also Known as WB5500
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Lets look much closer at the Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe V-Lux 20 was announced within a month of the HZ50W which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the V-Lux 20 matches up vs the HZ50W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Samsung HZ50W
| V-Lux 20 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Leica V-Lux 20
| HZ50W | V-Lux 20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Samsung HZ50W
| V-Lux 20 | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | April 2010 |  | May 2010 | Similar generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither provides Touch screen |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 20 provides external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ50W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 20 compared to the HZ50W.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and HZ50W is 91 and 70 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 20 and HZ50W.
To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung HZ50W to offer you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively.
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
| Leica V-Lux 20 | Samsung HZ50W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Leica | Samsung |
| Model type | Leica V-Lux 20 | Samsung HZ50W |
| Otherwise known as | - | WB5500 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2010-04-20 | 2010-05-03 |
| Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| 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 mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.30 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure 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 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) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | 218g (0.48 pounds) | 426g (0.94 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| 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) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $779 | $250 |