Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P90
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P90 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 400g - 114 x 99 x 83mm
- Launched February 2009
- Earlier Model is Nikon P80

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P90 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the P90 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 2 was launched 20 months later than the P90 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the V-Lux 2 matches up against the P90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P90 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 2 & Nikon Coolpix P90. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery & Nikon P90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 2 over the Nikon P90
V-Lux 2 | P90 | |||
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Launched | September 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 20 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon P90 over the Leica V-Lux 2
P90 | V-Lux 2 |
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Common features in the Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon P90
V-Lux 2 | P90 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P90 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 2 offers external dimensions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Nikon P90 has specifications of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).
See the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 2 versus the P90.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 2 and P90 is 67 and 70 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 2 and P90.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Leica V-Lux 2 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 2 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon P90 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 2 | Nikon Coolpix P90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 2 | Nikon Coolpix P90 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-09-21 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 520 grams (1.15 lbs) | 400 grams (0.88 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 80 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 114 x 99 x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") |
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 ID | - | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $1,000 | $700 |