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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L24

Portability
67
Imaging
37
Features
52
Overall
43
Leica V-Lux 2 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L24 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L24 Key Specs

Leica V-Lux 2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
  • 520g - 124 x 80 x 95mm
  • Released September 2010
  • New Model is Leica V-Lux 3
Nikon L24
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
  • 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
  • Introduced February 2011
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L24 Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon L24, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the L24 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was launched 4 months prior to the L24 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L24 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the V-Lux 2 grades versus the L24 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 2 over the Nikon L24

 V-Lux 2 L24 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Leica V-Lux 2

 L24 V-Lux 2 

Common features in the Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon L24

 V-Lux 2 L24 
IntroducedSeptember 2010February 2011Same generation
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen size
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L24 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 2 enjoys exterior dimensions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) whilst the Nikon L24 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 2 compared to the L24.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L24 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 2 and L24 is 67 and 93 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L24 top view buttons comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L24 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 2 and L24.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L24 sensor size comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L24 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L24 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon L24 as a Portrait photography camera
52
has manual focus
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
exports RAW formats
small sensor size (1/2.3")
33
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
includes face detect autofocus
no manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 Street photography highlights
Nikon L24 Street photography highlights
58
fully articulated screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
small sensor size (1/2.3")
heavier than average in class (520 grams)
47
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 Sports photography factors
Nikon L24 Sports photography factors
48
long zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
26
resolution is good (14MP)
low fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 Travel photography info
Nikon L24 Travel photography info
59
MP count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
rather wide (25mm)
long reach (600mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than average in class (520g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
57
resolution is good (14MP)
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 Landscape photography highlights
Nikon L24 Landscape photography highlights
51
has manual focus
rather wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
exports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have Time Lapse function
33
screen size is good (3")
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica V-Lux 2 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon L24 as a Vlogging camera
51
rather wide (25mm)
selfie friendly screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic jack
heavier than average in class (520g)
25
includes face detect autofocus
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of mic socket
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L24 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon L24
 Leica V-Lux 2Nikon Coolpix L24
General Information
Make Leica Nikon
Model type Leica V-Lux 2 Nikon Coolpix L24
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-09-21 2011-02-09
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Expeed C2
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-600mm (24.0x) 37-134mm (3.6x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.2 f/3.1-6.7
Macro focusing range 1cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 11.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 9.50 m 7.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format AVCHD Lite Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 520g (1.15 pounds) 182g (0.40 pounds)
Physical dimensions 124 x 80 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 220 photos
Form of battery - AA
Battery ID - 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Cost at release $1,000 $119