Leica V-Lux 20 vs Leica V-Lux 30
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched April 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Introduced May 2011

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Leica V-Lux 30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are sold by Leica. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 20 was released 13 months before the V-Lux 30 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the V-Lux 20 grades vs the V-Lux 30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 20 and Leica V-Lux 30. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Leica V-Lux 30
V-Lux 20 | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Leica V-Lux 20
V-Lux 30 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Introduced | May 2011 | ![]() | April 2010 | Newer by 13 months |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Leica V-Lux 30
V-Lux 20 | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 20 features outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 30 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Leica V-Lux 30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 20 against the V-Lux 30.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and V-Lux 30 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and V-Lux 30.
As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Leica V-Lux 30 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 20 | Leica V-Lux 30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Leica |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 20 | Leica V-Lux 30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-04-20 | 2011-05-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218g (0.48 lb) | 219g (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $779 | $900 |