Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus 8000

The following is a extended analysis of the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Olympus 8000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was released 24 months after the 8000 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the V-Lux 30 matches up vs the 8000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 30 & Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Olympus 8000 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 30 offers outer dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Olympus 8000 has measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Olympus 8000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 30 against the 8000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and 8000 is 90 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 30 and 8000.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Leica V-Lux 30 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 30 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.