Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 540g - 124 x 81 x 95mm
- Introduced December 2011
- Replaced the Leica V-Lux 2
- New Model is Leica V-Lux 4
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Announced July 2010
- Also Known as WB5000
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Below is a extended overview of the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe V-Lux 3 was revealed 18 months later than the HZ25W making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the V-Lux 3 grades against the HZ25W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 3 over the Samsung HZ25W
| V-Lux 3 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | December 2011 | July 2010 | More recent by 18 months | |
| Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
| Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) | |
| Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Leica V-Lux 3
| HZ25W | V-Lux 3 |
|---|
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 3 and Samsung HZ25W
| V-Lux 3 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
| Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
| Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 3 features external measurements of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and 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).
Compare the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 3 and the HZ25W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 3 and HZ25W is 67 and 70 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 3 and HZ25W.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher V-Lux 3 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Leica V-Lux 3 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
| Leica V-Lux 3 | Samsung HZ25W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Leica | Samsung |
| Model | Leica V-Lux 3 | Samsung HZ25W |
| Otherwise known as | - | WB5000 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2011-12-08 | 2010-07-06 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW data | ||
| 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 | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 16s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 9.50 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 | 540 gr (1.19 pounds) | 428 gr (0.94 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 81 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | ||
| Battery life | 410 images | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | BP-DC 9 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $949 | $350 |