Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon AW120

The following is a in-depth review of the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Nikon AW120, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was launched 3 years before the AW120 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the V-Lux 30 grades vs the AW120 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon Coolpix AW120. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Nikon AW120 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 30 provides outer measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Nikon AW120 has sizing of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Nikon AW120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 30 compared to the AW120.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and AW120 is 90 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 30 and AW120.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon AW120 to give more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.