Leica V-Lux 2 vs Sony W560

On this page, we will be reviewing the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Sony W560, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Leica and Sony. The resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was revealed 3 months before the W560 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the V-Lux 2 scores against the W560 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 2 has got physical measurements of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) and the Sony W560 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Sony W560 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 2 compared to the W560.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 2 and W560 is 67 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 2 and W560.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration.