Leica V-Lux 20 vs Pentax P80

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Pentax P80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Pentax. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was announced 9 months later than the P80 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the V-Lux 20 grades against the P80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 20 & Pentax Optio P80. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 comes with external 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 Pentax P80 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the P80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and P80 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 20 and P80.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you will want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher V-Lux 20 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.