Leica V-Lux 30 vs Pentax WG-1

Below is a thorough review of the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Pentax WG-1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Leica and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was launched 4 months later than the WG-1 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the V-Lux 30 grades versus the WG-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 30 has outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Pentax WG-1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 30 vs the WG-1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and WG-1 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The graphic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and WG-1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account.