Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-5010
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-5010 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
- Released May 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 130g - 96 x 57 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2009

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-5010 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-5010, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the FE-5010 (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 30 was revealed 2 years later than the FE-5010 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the V-Lux 30 scores versus the FE-5010 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-5010 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 30 and Olympus FE-5010. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Olympus FE-5010 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Olympus FE-5010
V-Lux 30 | FE-5010 | |||
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Introduced | May 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 29 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5010 over the Leica V-Lux 30
FE-5010 | V-Lux 30 |
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Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Olympus FE-5010
V-Lux 30 | FE-5010 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-5010 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 30 features exterior dimensions 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 Olympus FE-5010 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-5010 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 30 compared to the FE-5010.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and FE-5010 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-5010 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and FE-5010.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Leica V-Lux 30 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 30 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-5010 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-5010 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 30 | Olympus FE-5010 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Olympus |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 30 | Olympus FE-5010 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-05-26 | 2009-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
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) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 219 gr (0.48 lb) | 130 gr (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 96 x 57 x 21mm (3.8" 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 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | xD-Picture Card (1GB, 2GB), microSD (MASD-1 is required) |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $900 | $130 |