Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon L22

Lets look a little more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 20 and Nikon L22, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the L22 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was announced 3 months after the L22 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the V-Lux 20 grades versus the L22 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 20 & Nikon Coolpix L22. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Nikon L22 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 20 has got outer dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Nikon L22 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 20 and Nikon L22 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the L22.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and L22 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 20 and L22.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to consider the age of the cameras into account.