Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P520
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P520 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 520g - 124 x 80 x 95mm
- Introduced September 2010
- New Model is Leica V-Lux 3
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 550g - 125 x 84 x 102mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Replaced the Nikon P510
- Newer Model is Nikon P530
Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P520 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P520, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Leica and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and P520 (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe V-Lux 2 was brought out 3 years earlier than the P520 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the V-Lux 2 grades against the P520 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P520 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon Coolpix P520. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Nikon P520 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 2 over the Nikon P520
V-Lux 2 | P520 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P520 over the Leica V-Lux 2
P520 | V-Lux 2 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | September 2010 | Fresher by 28 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon P520
V-Lux 2 | P520 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P520 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 2 offers external 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 P520 has measurements of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).
Look at the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P520 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 2 and the P520.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 2 and P520 is 67 and 66 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P520 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 2 and P520.
Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon P520 to show greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older V-Lux 2 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P520 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P520 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 2 | Nikon Coolpix P520 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica V-Lux 2 | Nikon Coolpix P520 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-09-21 | 2013-01-29 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-1000mm (41.7x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 520g (1.15 lb) | 550g (1.21 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 80 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 125 x 84 x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $1,000 | $380 |