Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus VR-330

Here, we are comparing the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus VR-330, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was announced 9 months prior to the VR-330 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the V-Lux 20 matches up against the VR-330 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 20 and Olympus VR-330. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Olympus VR-330 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 20 has physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Olympus VR-330 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Olympus VR-330 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the VR-330.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and VR-330 is 91 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and VR-330.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus VR-330 to give extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.