Leica V-Lux 30 vs Samsung HZ30W

Following is a complete analysis of the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was manufactured 17 months after the HZ30W making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the V-Lux 30 grades versus the HZ30W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 30 and Samsung HZ30W. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 30 comes with external measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Samsung HZ30W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 30 compared to the HZ30W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and HZ30W is 90 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and HZ30W.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Leica V-Lux 30 to render greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher V-Lux 30 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.