Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P80

Below is a complete comparison of the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and P80 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was brought out 21 months later than the P80 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the V-Lux 2 scores versus the P80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon Coolpix P80. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Nikon P80 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 2 has outside measurements 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 P80 has specifications of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check out the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 2 vs the P80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 2 and P80 is 67 and 75 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The graphic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 2 and P80.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Leica V-Lux 2 to offer you greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher V-Lux 2 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.