Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon P530

In this article, we are matching up the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon P530, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and P530 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was brought out 4 years earlier than the P530 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the V-Lux 20 scores vs the P530 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 20 and Nikon Coolpix P530. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Nikon P530 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 20 comes with outer dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Nikon P530 has measurements of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 20 and the P530.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and P530 is 91 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 20 and P530.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon P530 to produce greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.