Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-4030
90 Imaging
37 Features
46 Overall
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95 Imaging
36 Features
21 Overall
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-4030 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
- Launched May 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 146g - 93 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched January 2010

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-4030 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Olympus FE-4030, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the FE-4030 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 30 was brought out 17 months after the FE-4030 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the V-Lux 30 scores against the FE-4030 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-4030 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 30 and Olympus FE-4030. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Olympus FE-4030 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Olympus FE-4030
V-Lux 30 | FE-4030 | |||
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Launched | May 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 17 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Leica V-Lux 30
FE-4030 | V-Lux 30 |
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Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Olympus FE-4030
V-Lux 30 | FE-4030 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-4030 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 30 enjoys physical measurements 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 Olympus FE-4030 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Olympus FE-4030 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 30 versus the FE-4030.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and FE-4030 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-4030 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 30 and FE-4030.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files however you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent V-Lux 30 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-4030 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-4030 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 30 | Olympus FE-4030 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Olympus |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 30 | Olympus FE-4030 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-05-26 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.6-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 219 grams (0.48 lb) | 146 grams (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $900 | $130 |