Leica V-Lux 2 vs Olympus SP-610UZ

The following is a in depth review of the Leica V-Lux 2 and Olympus SP-610UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was brought out 3 months prior to the SP-610UZ so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the V-Lux 2 scores against the SP-610UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 2 & Olympus SP-610UZ. The entire galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery & Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 2 provides 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) and the Olympus SP-610UZ has specifications of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 2 and Olympus SP-610UZ in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 2 vs the SP-610UZ.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 2 and SP-610UZ is 67 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The picture underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 2 and SP-610UZ.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of images however you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.