Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 7030
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 7030 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Introduced April 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternate Name is mju 7030

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 7030 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Olympus 7030, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the 7030 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 20 was brought out 4 months later than the 7030 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the V-Lux 20 grades vs the 7030 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 7030 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 20 & Olympus Stylus 7030. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Olympus 7030 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Olympus 7030
V-Lux 20 | 7030 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus 7030 over the Leica V-Lux 20
7030 | V-Lux 20 |
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Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Olympus 7030
V-Lux 20 | 7030 | |||
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Released | April 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 7030 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 enjoys outside 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) while the Olympus 7030 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Olympus 7030 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 20 compared to the 7030.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and 7030 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 7030 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 20 and 7030.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus 7030 to give more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 7030 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 7030 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 20 | Olympus Stylus 7030 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Olympus |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 20 | Olympus Stylus 7030 |
Also called as | - | mju 7030 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-04-20 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9 and 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 5.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218g (0.48 lb) | 140g (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 93 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $779 | $179 |