Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Leica V-Lux 30

Let's look a little more closely at the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Leica V-Lux 30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Casio and Leica. The resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was manufactured 17 months later than the V-Lux 30 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the EX-ZR1000 scores vs the V-Lux 30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Leica V-Lux 30. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR1000 enjoys outside dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 30 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Leica V-Lux 30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR1000 compared to the V-Lux 30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and V-Lux 30 is 90 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR1000 and V-Lux 30.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR1000 to give you greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR1000 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.