Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus FE-5020

Here is a complete assessment of the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Olympus FE-5020, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the FE-5020 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was unveiled 10 months later than the FE-5020 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the V-Lux 20 grades vs the FE-5020 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 20 and Olympus FE-5020. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Olympus FE-5020 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 enjoys outer dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Olympus FE-5020 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Check out the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Olympus FE-5020 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 20 against the FE-5020.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and FE-5020 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 20 and FE-5020.

Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent V-Lux 20 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.