Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus FE-5020

Below, we are looking at the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Olympus FE-5020, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the FE-5020 (12MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was manufactured 23 months later than the FE-5020 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the V-Lux 30 scores against the FE-5020 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 30 & Olympus FE-5020. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Olympus FE-5020 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 30 has outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Olympus FE-5020 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Olympus FE-5020 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 30 compared to the FE-5020.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and FE-5020 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 30 and FE-5020.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Leica V-Lux 30 to deliver more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger V-Lux 30 will have an advantage in sensor technology.