Leica V-Lux 2 vs Olympus SH-50

Here is a complete assessment of the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Leica and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was released 3 years before the SH-50 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-50 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the V-Lux 2 grades versus the SH-50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 2 & Olympus SH-50. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery & Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 2 enjoys physical 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 Olympus SH-50 has dimensions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 2 against the SH-50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 2 and SH-50 is 67 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 2 and SH-50.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus SH-50 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older V-Lux 2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.