Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic SZ8
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic SZ8 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
- Revealed May 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Released January 2014
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic SZ8 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe V-Lux 30 was launched 3 years before the SZ8 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the V-Lux 30 scores versus the SZ8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic SZ8 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Panasonic SZ8
V-Lux 30 | SZ8 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Leica V-Lux 30
SZ8 | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | May 2011 | Newer by 31 months |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic SZ8
V-Lux 30 | SZ8 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic SZ8 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 30 features outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ8 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic SZ8 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 30 vs the SZ8.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and SZ8 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic SZ8 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and SZ8.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ8 to render more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic SZ8 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic SZ8 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica V-Lux 30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-05-26 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | Venus Engine |
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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 5.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 219g (0.48 lb) | 159g (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | 200 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $900 | $275 |