Leica V-Lux 20 vs Ricoh WG-30W

Let's look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Ricoh WG-30W, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Leica and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and WG-30W (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the WG-30W and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the V-Lux 20 matches up versus the WG-30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 20 and Ricoh WG-30W. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 20 comes with exterior measurements 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 Ricoh WG-30W has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Ricoh WG-30W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 20 and the WG-30W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and WG-30W is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 20 and WG-30W.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-30W to resolve extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.