Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon P1000

Lets look a little more closely at the Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon P1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the P1000 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The V-Lux 30 was introduced 8 years earlier than the P1000 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the V-Lux 30 grades versus the P1000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon Coolpix P1000. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Nikon P1000 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 30 enjoys physical 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) while the Nikon P1000 has measurements of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") and a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon P1000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 30 vs the P1000.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and P1000 is 90 and 49 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The image below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and P1000.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon P1000 to give greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.