Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony W290
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Announced April 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
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The following is a complete comparison of the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony W290, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Sony. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe V-Lux 20 was released 15 months after the W290 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the V-Lux 20 grades versus the W290 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony W290 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Sony W290
| V-Lux 20 | W290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2010 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 15 months |
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Leica V-Lux 20
| W290 | V-Lux 20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Sony W290
| V-Lux 20 | W290 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 20 features exterior 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) and the Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony W290 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the W290.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and W290 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The image below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and W290.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you really should consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent V-Lux 20 should have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony W290 Specifications
| Leica V-Lux 20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Leica | Sony |
| Model | Leica V-Lux 20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2010-04-20 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 2 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.30 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 218g (0.48 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $779 | $230 |