Leica V-Lux 30 vs Leica V-Lux 4

Following is a in depth analysis of the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are designed by Leica. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was announced 16 months earlier than the V-Lux 4 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the V-Lux 30 grades vs the V-Lux 4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 30 & Leica V-Lux 4. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 30 enjoys outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 4 has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Leica V-Lux 4 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 30 compared to the V-Lux 4.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and V-Lux 4 is 90 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The picture below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and V-Lux 4.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Leica V-Lux 30 to deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.