Leica V-Lux 2 vs Sony RX10

On this page, we will be matching up the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Sony RX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Leica and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and RX10 (20MP) and the V-Lux 2 (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") posses different sensor sizing.

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The V-Lux 2 was introduced 4 years before the RX10 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the V-Lux 2 matches up against the RX10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 2 comes with exterior dimensions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Sony RX10 has dimensions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Sony RX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 2 vs the RX10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 2 and RX10 is 67 and 58 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 2 and RX10.

As you can see, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The V-Lux 2 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX10 will offer you extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.