Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P510

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the P510 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was unveiled 21 months prior to the P510 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the V-Lux 2 grades vs the P510 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 2 & Nikon Coolpix P510. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery & Nikon P510 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 2 comes with exterior measurements of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Nikon P510 has specifications of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 2 against the P510.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 2 and P510 is 67 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 2 and P510.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon P510 to give you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older V-Lux 2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.