Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6300

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon S6300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the S6300 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was unveiled 8 months prior to the S6300 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the V-Lux 30 matches up against the S6300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon Coolpix S6300. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Nikon S6300 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 30 provides physical measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6300 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon S6300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 30 and the S6300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and S6300 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and S6300.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S6300 to give more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.