Leica V-Lux 30 vs Pentax X70

In this article, we will be reviewing the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Pentax. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the X70 (12MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was launched 2 years later than the X70 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the V-Lux 30 matches up vs the X70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 30 & Pentax X70. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 30 enjoys physical dimensions 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 X70 has sizing of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 30 and the X70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and X70 is 90 and 71 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The visual here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and X70.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Leica V-Lux 30 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 30 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.