Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony HX100V

Following is a extended analysis of the Leica V-Lux 20 and Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and HX100V (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was launched 18 months before the HX100V which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the V-Lux 20 scores against the HX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 20 offers outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 20 and Sony HX100V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the HX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and HX100V is 91 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The pic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and HX100V.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX100V to give extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.