Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung HZ15W
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Introduced May 2011
(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
- Announced February 2009
- Other Name is WB550

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Samsung HZ15W, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 30 was launched 2 years later than the HZ15W and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the V-Lux 30 scores against the HZ15W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 30 and Samsung HZ15W. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Samsung HZ15W
V-Lux 30 | HZ15W | |||
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Announced | May 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 28 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Leica V-Lux 30
HZ15W | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Samsung HZ15W
V-Lux 30 | HZ15W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 30 has exterior dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Compare the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Samsung HZ15W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 30 and the HZ15W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and HZ15W is 90 and 90 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 30 and HZ15W.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Leica V-Lux 30 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 30 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung HZ15W Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Leica V-Lux 30 | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica V-Lux 30 | Samsung HZ15W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB550 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-05-26 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 4.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 219 grams (0.48 pounds) | 249 grams (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 260 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $900 | $330 |