Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

Its time to take a deeper look at the Leica V-Lux 30 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was launched 8 months prior to the SZ-31MR iHS and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the V-Lux 30 grades versus the SZ-31MR iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 30 offers outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has sizing of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 30 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 30 compared to the SZ-31MR iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and SZ-31MR iHS is 90 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and SZ-31MR iHS.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older V-Lux 30 will be behind in sensor innovation.