Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon L19

Following is a detailed analysis of the Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon L19, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and L19 (8MP) and the V-Lux 30 (1/2.3") and L19 (1/2.5") feature different sensor measurements.

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The V-Lux 30 was brought out 2 years after the L19 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the V-Lux 30 matches up against the L19 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon Coolpix L19. The entire galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Nikon L19 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 30 enjoys exterior dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Nikon L19 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon L19 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 30 and the L19.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and L19 is 90 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 30 and L19.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The V-Lux 30 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Leica V-Lux 30 will give you extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 30 provides an edge in sensor tech.