Leica V-Lux 2 vs Sony HX200V

Its time to look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and HX200V (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was brought out 19 months earlier than the HX200V which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the V-Lux 2 matches up against the HX200V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The entire galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 2 has got external dimensions 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 Sony HX200V has dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Analyze the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Sony HX200V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 2 and the HX200V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 2 and HX200V is 67 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The pic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 2 and HX200V.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX200V to provide you with more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 2 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.