Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sigma DP2

Its time to look a little more closely at the Leica V-Lux 20 and Sigma DP2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Leica and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the V-Lux 20 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The V-Lux 20 was introduced 8 months later than the DP2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the V-Lux 20 matches up against the DP2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 20 & Sigma DP2. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 20 enjoys physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 20 and Sigma DP2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 20 against the DP2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and DP2 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and DP2.

Clearly, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The V-Lux 20 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Leica V-Lux 20 will offer you extra detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 20 should have an edge in sensor innovation.