Fujifilm X30 vs Leica V-Lux 20

Below, we are contrasting the Fujifilm X30 vs Leica V-Lux 20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and V-Lux 20 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X30 was released 4 years later than the V-Lux 20 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X30 scores versus the V-Lux 20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X30 and Leica V-Lux 20. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 features external measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 20 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X30 vs Leica V-Lux 20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 vs the V-Lux 20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and V-Lux 20 is 80 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and V-Lux 20.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X30 includes the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The younger Fujifilm X30 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.