Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon AW110

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon AW110, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and AW110 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was announced 4 years before the AW110 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the V-Lux 20 grades versus the AW110 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 20 and Nikon Coolpix AW110. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Nikon AW110 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 comes with external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Nikon AW110 has proportions of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon AW110 in the latest 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 during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 20 and the AW110.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and AW110 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to see the difference in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 20 and AW110.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon AW110 to render more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.