Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon P610

On this page, we are matching up the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon P610, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the P610 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was released 4 years prior to the P610 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the V-Lux 30 matches up versus the P610 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon Coolpix P610. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Nikon P610 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 30 provides exterior dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Nikon P610 has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon P610 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 30 and the P610.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and P610 is 90 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The image here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and P610.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon P610 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.