Leica V-Lux 20 vs Pentax E85

The following is a comprehensive review of the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Pentax E85, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Pentax. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the E85 (12MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was announced 8 months after the E85 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the V-Lux 20 matches up against the E85 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 20 & Pentax Optio E85. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Pentax E85 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 offers outer dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax E85 has proportions of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Pentax E85 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the V-Lux 20 against the E85.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and E85 is 91 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 20 and E85.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of files but you may want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent V-Lux 20 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.