Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung HZ30W

The following is a thorough analysis of the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was manufactured 9 months after the HZ30W which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the V-Lux 2 scores versus the HZ30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 2 and Samsung HZ30W. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 2 features outer measurements of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) and the Samsung HZ30W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Samsung HZ30W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 2 vs the HZ30W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 2 and HZ30W is 67 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 2 and HZ30W.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Leica V-Lux 2 to result in extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern V-Lux 2 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.