Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon AW100

Here, we will be analyzing the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Nikon AW100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was unveiled 3 months earlier than the AW100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the V-Lux 30 matches up versus the AW100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 30 offers exterior dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW100 has dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Nikon AW100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 30 and the AW100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and AW100 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 30 and AW100.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon AW100 to offer you more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively.