Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus VR-330
90 Imaging
36 Features
46 Overall
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94 Imaging
36 Features
38 Overall
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus VR-330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Launched May 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced February 2011
- Earlier Model is Olympus VR-320
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Below, we are comparing the Leica V-Lux 30 and Olympus VR-330, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe V-Lux 30 was manufactured 4 months later than the VR-330 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the V-Lux 30 matches up against the VR-330 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus VR-330 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 30 and Olympus VR-330. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Olympus VR-330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Olympus VR-330
| V-Lux 30 | VR-330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Leica V-Lux 30
| VR-330 | V-Lux 30 |
|---|
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Olympus VR-330
| V-Lux 30 | VR-330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | May 2011 | February 2011 | Same generation | |
| Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
| Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus VR-330 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 30 features external measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-330 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Leica V-Lux 30 and Olympus VR-330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 30 vs the VR-330.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and VR-330 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus VR-330 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The visual here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and VR-330.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files however you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Olympus VR-330 Specifications
| Leica V-Lux 30 | Olympus VR-330 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Leica | Olympus |
| Model type | Leica V-Lux 30 | Olympus VR-330 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2011-05-26 | 2011-02-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | TruePic III |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m | 4.70 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 219 gr (0.48 lb) | 158 gr (0.35 lb) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 photographs | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | LI-42B |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $900 | $220 |