Leica V-Lux 20 vs Pentax W80
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Pentax W80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released April 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Announced June 2009
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Pentax W80 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Pentax W80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Pentax. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe V-Lux 20 was manufactured 10 months later than the W80 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the V-Lux 20 scores vs the W80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 20 and Pentax Optio W80. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Pentax W80
V-Lux 20 | W80 | |||
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Announced | April 2010 | June 2009 | Fresher by 10 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Leica V-Lux 20
W80 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Pentax W80
V-Lux 20 | W80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 enjoys external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Pentax W80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 20 versus the W80.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and W80 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 20 and W80.
Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern V-Lux 20 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Pentax W80 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 20 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Pentax |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 20 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-04-20 | 2009-06-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218 grams (0.48 pounds) | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $779 | $250 |