Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon P80

Here is a detailed review of the Leica V-Lux 20 and Nikon P80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the P80 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The V-Lux 20 was introduced 16 months later than the P80 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the V-Lux 20 scores vs the P80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 and Nikon Coolpix P80. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Nikon P80 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 20 features outer dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Nikon P80 has sizing of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check out the Leica V-Lux 20 and Nikon P80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the P80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and P80 is 91 and 75 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 20 and P80.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Leica V-Lux 20 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger V-Lux 20 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.