Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon S9300

The following is a in depth assessment of the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Nikon S9300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the S9300 (16MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was manufactured 22 months prior to the S9300 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9300 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the V-Lux 2 scores vs the S9300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 2 features outside 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 S9300 has specifications of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Nikon S9300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 2 vs the S9300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 2 and S9300 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The pic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 2 and S9300.

To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S9300 to give you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.