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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 6010

Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34
Leica V-Lux 20 front
 
Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 6010 Key Specs

Leica V-Lux 20
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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
Olympus 6010
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
  • 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
  • Revealed July 2009
  • Other Name is mju Tough 6010
Photography Glossary

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 6010 Overview

On this page, we will be looking at the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 6010, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Leica and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the 6010 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was released 10 months later than the 6010 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the V-Lux 20 scores vs the 6010 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Olympus 6010

 V-Lux 20 6010 
RevealedApril 2010July 2009More recent by 10 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kClearer screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus 6010 over the Leica V-Lux 20

 6010 V-Lux 20 

Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Olympus 6010

 V-Lux 20 6010 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 6010 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 20 offers exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Olympus 6010 has specifications of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 6010 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 20 compared to the 6010.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 6010 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and 6010 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 6010 top view buttons comparison

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 6010 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and 6010.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher V-Lux 20 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 6010 sensor size comparison

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 6010 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 6010 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica V-Lux 20 Portrait photography highlights
Olympus 6010 Portrait photography highlights
21
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
21
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Leica V-Lux 20 as a Street photography camera
Olympus 6010 as a Street photography camera
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (218g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Leica V-Lux 20 Sports photography highlights
Olympus 6010 Sports photography highlights
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
34
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
no shutter priority
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Leica V-Lux 20 Travel photography factors
Olympus 6010 Travel photography factors
63
lighter than average in class (218 grams)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
long reach (300mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
resolution not great (12MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
61
environment proofing
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Leica V-Lux 20 Landscape photography details
Olympus 6010 Landscape photography details
38
decently wide (25mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
35
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica V-Lux 20 Vlogging advice
Olympus 6010 Vlogging advice
30
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (218 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
28
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
missing external microphone support
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus 6010 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica V-Lux 20 and Olympus 6010
 Leica V-Lux 20Olympus Stylus Tough 6010
General Information
Brand Leica Olympus
Model type Leica V-Lux 20 Olympus Stylus Tough 6010
Also called as - mju Tough 6010
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Introduced 2010-04-20 2009-07-17
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - TruePic III
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 3968 x 2976
Maximum native ISO 6400 1600
Lowest native ISO 80 64
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 11 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-300mm (12.0x) 28-102mm (3.6x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-4.9 f/3.5-5.1
Macro focusing range 3cm 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 461 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 60 seconds 1/4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 2.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.30 m 4.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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 218 gr (0.48 lbs) 179 gr (0.39 lbs)
Physical dimensions 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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
Battery ID - LI-50C
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (12 seconds)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch cost $779 $0