Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony HX1

In this write-up, we are comparing the Leica V-Lux 20 and Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the V-Lux 20 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The V-Lux 20 was introduced 13 months after the HX1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the V-Lux 20 scores vs the HX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 20 has got outside dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has specifications of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Check out the Leica V-Lux 20 and Sony HX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 20 compared to the HX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and HX1 is 91 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 20 and HX1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The V-Lux 20 with its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Leica V-Lux 20 will resolve extra detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 20 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.