Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon B700
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon B700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Announced May 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Introduced February 2016

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon B700 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Nikon B700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Leica and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and B700 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 30 was brought out 5 years earlier than the B700 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera and the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the V-Lux 30 grades versus the B700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon B700 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 30 & Nikon Coolpix B700. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Nikon B700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Nikon B700
V-Lux 30 | B700 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon B700 over the Leica V-Lux 30
B700 | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | ![]() | May 2011 | Newer by 57 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon B700
V-Lux 30 | B700 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon B700 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 30 has exterior dimensions 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 Nikon B700 has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Look at the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Nikon B700 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 30 against the B700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and B700 is 90 and 65 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon B700 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 30 and B700.
To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon B700 to resolve more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon B700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon B700 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 30 | Nikon Coolpix B700 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 30 | Nikon Coolpix B700 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-05-26 | 2016-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 921 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 7.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 219 grams (0.48 lbs) | 565 grams (1.25 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | 350 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $900 | $500 |