Leica V-Lux 30 vs Ricoh WG-4

Let's look a bit more closely at the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Ricoh WG-4, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Ricoh. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the WG-4 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was launched 3 years before the WG-4 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the V-Lux 30 matches up versus the WG-4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 30 and Ricoh WG-4. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 30 has got outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Ricoh WG-4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 30 and the WG-4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and WG-4 is 90 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 30 and WG-4.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-4 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.