Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus VH-515

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus VH-515, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Leica and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the VH-515 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was brought out 3 years earlier than the VH-515 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the V-Lux 20 scores vs the VH-515 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 20 and Olympus VH-515. The entire galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Olympus VH-515 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 20 features external measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-515 has measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus VH-515 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the VH-515.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and VH-515 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 20 and VH-515.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older V-Lux 20 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.