Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony HX30V

Following is a in depth assessment of the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was revealed 22 months prior to the HX30V making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the V-Lux 20 grades vs the HX30V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 features external measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Sony HX30V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 20 and the HX30V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and HX30V is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 20 and HX30V.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony HX30V to produce greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 20 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.