Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500
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![Leica V-Lux 30 front Leica V-Lux 30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-V-Lux-30/Leica-V-Lux-30-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S6500 front Nikon Coolpix S6500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S6500/Nikon-S6500-front.jpg)
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Announced May 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Released January 2013
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 Overview
Following is a in depth review of the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The V-Lux 30 was announced 19 months before the S6500 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the V-Lux 30 matches up versus the S6500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Nikon S6500
V-Lux 30 | S6500 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Leica V-Lux 30
S6500 | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2011 | More modern by 19 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Nikon S6500
V-Lux 30 | S6500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 30 enjoys outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Nikon S6500 has proportions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Analyze the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 30 versus the S6500.
![Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 size comparison Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-30-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6500-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and S6500 is 90 and 92 respectively.
![Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 top view buttons comparison Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-30-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6500-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The picture here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and S6500.
Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S6500 to show extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 will be behind in sensor tech.
![Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 sensor size comparison Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-V-Lux-30-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6500-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-30-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6500-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Nikon S6500 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 30 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica V-Lux 30 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-05-26 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | AMOLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 219 grams (0.48 lb) | 250 grams (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $900 | $170 |