Leica V-Lux 2 vs Sony WX350

Here, we are analyzing the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Sony WX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and WX350 (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the WX350 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the V-Lux 2 grades against the WX350 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 2 features external dimensions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) whilst the Sony WX350 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Sony WX350 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 2 and the WX350.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 2 and WX350 is 67 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 2 and WX350.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony WX350 to offer you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older V-Lux 2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.