Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony WX80

On this page, we are matching up the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony WX80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Leica and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and WX80 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was manufactured 3 years before the WX80 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the V-Lux 20 scores versus the WX80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 20 provides outer dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony WX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the WX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and WX80 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 20 and WX80.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony WX80 to show extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.