Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus SH-2

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Olympus SH-2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Leica and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the SH-2 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was released 4 years earlier than the SH-2 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the V-Lux 30 matches up vs the SH-2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 30 and Olympus Stylus SH-2. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Olympus SH-2 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 30 has got physical measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-2 has measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Olympus SH-2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 30 versus the SH-2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and SH-2 is 90 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 30 and SH-2.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SH-2 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older V-Lux 30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.