Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus TG-320

In this article, we will be reviewing the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Olympus TG-320, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was announced 21 months before the TG-320 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the V-Lux 20 grades against the TG-320 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 & Olympus TG-320. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Olympus TG-320 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 enjoys exterior measurements 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 TG-320 has proportions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Olympus TG-320 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 20 compared to the TG-320.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and TG-320 is 91 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and TG-320.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus TG-320 to result in extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.