Leica V-Lux 2 vs Olympus 1

On this page, we are reviewing the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Olympus 1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Leica and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the 1 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the V-Lux 2 (1/2.3") and 1 (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The V-Lux 2 was released 4 years earlier than the 1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the V-Lux 2 matches up vs the 1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 2 and Olympus Stylus 1. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Olympus 1 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 2 has got external dimensions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) whilst the Olympus 1 has sizing of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Olympus 1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 2 vs the 1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 2 and 1 is 67 and 79 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 2 and 1.

As you can see, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The V-Lux 2 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Leica V-Lux 2 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older V-Lux 2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.