Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony H90

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and H90 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was manufactured 22 months before the H90 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the V-Lux 20 scores versus the H90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 20 offers external dimensions 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 Sony H90 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Sony H90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 20 and the H90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and H90 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 20 and H90.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony H90 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.