Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon P500

Lets examine more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Nikon P500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the P500 (12MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was introduced 4 months after the P500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the V-Lux 30 matches up against the P500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon Coolpix P500. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Nikon P500 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 30 comes with 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 P500 has proportions of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Nikon P500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 30 and the P500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and P500 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The image below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 30 and P500.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Leica V-Lux 30 to render extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively.