Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 1

On this page, we are reviewing the Leica V-Lux 20 and Olympus 1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the 1 (12MP) is very close but the V-Lux 20 (1/2.3") and 1 (1/1.7") have different sensor dimensions.

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The V-Lux 20 was launched 4 years before the 1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera and the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the V-Lux 20 scores versus the 1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 20 & Olympus Stylus 1. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Olympus 1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 20 has external measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Olympus 1 has specifications of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 20 and Olympus 1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 20 compared to the 1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and 1 is 91 and 79 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and 1.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same resolution but different sensor sizes. The V-Lux 20 contains the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher. The more aged V-Lux 20 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.