Casio EX-ZR300 vs Leica V-Lux 20

Here is a extensive analysis of the Casio EX-ZR300 and Leica V-Lux 20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Casio and Leica. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and V-Lux 20 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR300 was introduced 2 years later than the V-Lux 20 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-ZR300 grades versus the V-Lux 20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 & Leica V-Lux 20. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 offers outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 20 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR300 against the V-Lux 20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR300 and V-Lux 20 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The photograph here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR300 and V-Lux 20.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR300 to offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR300 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.