Leica V-Lux 5 vs Sony RX10 III
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Leica V-Lux 5 vs Sony RX10 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 12500 (Push to 25000)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-400mm (F2.8-4) lens
- 812g - 137 x 97 x 132mm
- Revealed January 2020
- Succeeded the Leica V-Lux 4
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-600mm (F2.4-4.0) lens
- 1051g - 133 x 94 x 127mm
- Revealed March 2016
- Earlier Model is Sony RX10 II
- Later Model is Sony RX10 IV
Leica V-Lux 5 vs Sony RX10 III Overview
Here, we are matching up the Leica V-Lux 5 and Sony RX10 III, both Large Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the V-Lux 5 (20MP) and the RX10 III (20MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe V-Lux 5 was launched 3 years later than the RX10 III and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the V-Lux 5 scores versus the RX10 III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica V-Lux 5 vs Sony RX10 III Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery & Sony RX10 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 5 over the Sony RX10 III
V-Lux 5 | RX10 III | |||
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Revealed | January 2020 | March 2016 | More recent by 47 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1240k | 1229k | Clearer display (+11k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX10 III over the Leica V-Lux 5
RX10 III | V-Lux 5 |
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Common features in the Leica V-Lux 5 and Sony RX10 III
V-Lux 5 | RX10 III | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing |
Leica V-Lux 5 vs Sony RX10 III Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 5 features exterior measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") along with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs) and the Sony RX10 III has measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") with a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).
Contrast the Leica V-Lux 5 and Sony RX10 III in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 5 vs the RX10 III.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 5 and RX10 III is 55 and 53 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 5 vs Sony RX10 III Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 5 and RX10 III.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more recent V-Lux 5 should have an edge in sensor innovation.
Leica V-Lux 5 vs Sony RX10 III Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica V-Lux 5 vs Sony RX10 III Specifications
Leica V-Lux 5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Sony |
Model | Leica V-Lux 5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III |
Class | Large Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2020-01-17 | 2016-03-29 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12500 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25000 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-400mm (16.7x) | 24-600mm (25.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4 | f/2.4-4.0 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,240 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 14.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 13.50 m (with Auto ISO) | 10.80 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, auto w/slow sync and redeye reduction, on, off | Auto, fill-flash, slow sync, rear sync, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 20 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p) ,1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 812 gr (1.79 lb) | 1051 gr (2.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 97 x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") | 133 x 94 x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 472 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 shots | 420 shots |
Battery style | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $1,550 | $1,398 |