Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

Its time to look more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Olympus SP-820UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was unveiled 3 years before the SP-820UZ which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the V-Lux 20 grades against the SP-820UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 20 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 enjoys outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Olympus SP-820UZ has proportions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Olympus SP-820UZ in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the SP-820UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and SP-820UZ is 91 and 69 respectively.

Generally, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The picture below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 20 and SP-820UZ.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-820UZ to render greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 20 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.