Leica V-Lux 20 vs Ricoh WG-20

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Ricoh WG-20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was launched 4 years earlier than the WG-20 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the V-Lux 20 scores against the WG-20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 & Ricoh WG-20. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 20 has outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Ricoh WG-20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 20 compared to the WG-20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and WG-20 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The photograph below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 20 and WG-20.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh WG-20 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.