Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Introduced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Released July 2010
- Also Known as WB5000

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Here is a extensive analysis of the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 40 was manufactured 23 months later than the HZ25W which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the V-Lux 40 grades vs the HZ25W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 40 & Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Samsung HZ25W
V-Lux 40 | HZ25W | |||
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Released | May 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 23 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Leica V-Lux 40
HZ25W | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung HZ25W
V-Lux 40 | HZ25W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 40 enjoys outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Analyze the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung HZ25W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the HZ25W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and HZ25W is 92 and 70 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 40 and HZ25W.
Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Leica V-Lux 40 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 40 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Leica V-Lux 40 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica V-Lux 40 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also Known as | - | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-05-10 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 210 gr (0.46 lb) | 428 gr (0.94 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 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 | 210 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $699 | $350 |