Leica D-LUX 5 vs Olympus VR-320

Here, we will be matching up the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Olympus VR-320, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Leica and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and VR-320 (14MP) and the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and VR-320 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The D-LUX 5 was announced 10 months before the VR-320 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the D-LUX 5 matches up against the VR-320 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica D-LUX 5 and Olympus VR-320. The whole galleries are available at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery and Olympus VR-320 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Leica D-LUX 5 features exterior measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-320 has specifications of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Olympus VR-320 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the D-LUX 5 compared to the VR-320.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D-LUX 5 and VR-320 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D-LUX 5 and VR-320.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D-LUX 5 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Olympus VR-320 will offer you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older D-LUX 5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.