Leica V-Lux 20 vs Pentax W60

The following is a detailed review of the Leica V-Lux 20 and Pentax W60, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was unveiled 10 months after the W60 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the V-Lux 20 matches up versus the W60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 & Pentax Optio W60. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 has got outer dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax W60 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 20 against the W60.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and W60 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 20 and W60.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Leica V-Lux 20 to resolve extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger V-Lux 20 provides an edge in sensor innovation.