Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FH10
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FH10 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2013
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FH10 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic FH10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the FH10 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe V-Lux 30 was released 19 months prior to the FH10 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the V-Lux 30 grades against the FH10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FH10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Panasonic FH10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Panasonic FH10
V-Lux 30 | FH10 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH10 over the Leica V-Lux 30
FH10 | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | May 2011 | More modern by 19 months |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic FH10
V-Lux 30 | FH10 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FH10 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 30 offers outside 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) whilst the Panasonic FH10 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Contrast the Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic FH10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 30 versus the FH10.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and FH10 is 90 and 97 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FH10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The pic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and FH10.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH10 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FH10 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica V-Lux 30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-05-26 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 219 gr (0.48 pounds) | 103 gr (0.23 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 94 x 54 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | 260 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $900 | $110 |