Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh PX

Lets look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 30 and Ricoh PX, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Ricoh. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the PX (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was introduced 2 months earlier than the PX and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the V-Lux 30 scores vs the PX with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 and Ricoh PX. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 30 features external 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 Ricoh PX has sizing of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Leica V-Lux 30 and Ricoh PX in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 30 compared to the PX.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and PX is 90 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 30 and PX.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh PX to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively.