Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus SZ-10

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Leica V-Lux 30 and Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was revealed 4 months after the SZ-10 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the V-Lux 30 matches up versus the SZ-10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 & Olympus SZ-10. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 30 offers physical dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-10 has proportions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the V-Lux 30 compared to the SZ-10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and SZ-10 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The pic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and SZ-10.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files although you will want to factor the age of the products into consideration.