Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus XZ-10

In this article, we will be comparing the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Olympus XZ-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was launched 20 months earlier than the XZ-10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the V-Lux 30 matches up versus the XZ-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 30 and Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 30 offers exterior dimensions 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 XZ-10 has proportions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Olympus XZ-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 30 versus the XZ-10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and XZ-10 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and XZ-10.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Leica V-Lux 30 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older V-Lux 30 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.