Leica V-Lux 2 vs Sony HX99

On this page, we are evaluating the Leica V-Lux 2 and Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the V-Lux 2 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) posses different sensor sizes.

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The V-Lux 2 was launched 9 years earlier than the HX99 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX99 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the V-Lux 2 grades versus the HX99 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 2 features external measurements of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 2 and Sony HX99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 2 vs the HX99.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 2 and HX99 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 2 and HX99.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The V-Lux 2 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX99 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The older V-Lux 2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.