Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S630

Here, we will be matching up the Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon S630, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the S630 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was introduced 2 years later than the S630 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the V-Lux 30 scores against the S630 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon Coolpix S630. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Nikon S630 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 30 comes with external 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) whilst the Nikon S630 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon S630 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 30 versus the S630.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and S630 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and S630.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Leica V-Lux 30 to give greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger V-Lux 30 should have a benefit in sensor tech.