Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh CX5

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Ricoh CX5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Leica and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and CX5 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was unveiled very close to the CX5 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the V-Lux 30 grades against the CX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 and Ricoh CX5. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 30 has outer dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX5 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check out the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Ricoh CX5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 30 compared to the CX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and CX5 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and CX5.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Leica V-Lux 30 to offer you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively.