Fujifilm X30 vs Leica V-Lux 30

Below is a extensive overview of the Fujifilm X30 and Leica V-Lux 30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and V-Lux 30 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X30 was manufactured 3 years later than the V-Lux 30 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X30 matches up against the V-Lux 30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X30 & Leica V-Lux 30. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X30 provides outer dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 30 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X30 and Leica V-Lux 30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 vs the V-Lux 30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and V-Lux 30 is 80 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X30 and V-Lux 30.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X30 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Leica V-Lux 30 will render extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X30 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.