Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S640
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S640 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Revealed May 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
- Released August 2009

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S640 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon S640, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the S640 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 30 was manufactured 22 months after the S640 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the V-Lux 30 scores versus the S640 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S640 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon Coolpix S640. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Nikon S640 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Nikon S640
V-Lux 30 | S640 | |||
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Released | May 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 22 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Leica V-Lux 30
S640 | V-Lux 30 |
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Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon S640
V-Lux 30 | S640 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S640 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 30 features exterior measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Nikon S640 has dimensions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check out the Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon S640 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 30 versus the S640.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and S640 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S640 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 30 and S640.
As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Leica V-Lux 30 to provide extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 30 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S640 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S640 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 30 | Nikon Coolpix S640 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 30 | Nikon Coolpix S640 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-05-26 | 2009-08-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | Expeed |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 219g (0.48 lb) | 130g (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $900 | $225 |