Leica V-Lux 30 vs Pentax RS1500

Here is a comprehensive review of the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Pentax RS1500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Pentax. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was introduced 3 months later than the RS1500 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the V-Lux 30 matches up versus the RS1500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 30 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 30 has outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 30 vs the RS1500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and RS1500 is 90 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and RS1500.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you really should take the release date of the cameras into account.