Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus SZ-12

Lets look a little more closely at the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was launched 21 months before the SZ-12 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the V-Lux 20 scores versus the SZ-12 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 20 and Olympus SZ-12. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 has external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-12 has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Olympus SZ-12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 20 against the SZ-12.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and SZ-12 is 91 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 20 and SZ-12.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-12 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.