Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon S5100

Here, we will be analyzing the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Nikon S5100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the S5100 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was revealed 3 months before the S5100 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the V-Lux 20 matches up against the S5100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 & Nikon Coolpix S5100. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Nikon S5100 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 comes with exterior dimensions 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 Nikon S5100 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the S5100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and S5100 is 91 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 20 and S5100.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to factor the age of the products into consideration.