Leica V-Lux 30 vs Sony HX10V

Below is a extended overview of the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and HX10V (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was launched 9 months before the HX10V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the V-Lux 30 scores versus the HX10V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 30 offers outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Sony HX10V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 30 against the HX10V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and HX10V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The visual here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 30 and HX10V.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony HX10V to result in more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older V-Lux 30 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.