Leica V-Lux 30 vs Sony HX200V

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Leica V-Lux 30 and Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and HX200V (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was brought out 11 months before the HX200V and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the V-Lux 30 scores versus the HX200V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The entire galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in 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") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony HX200V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

See the Leica V-Lux 30 and Sony HX200V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 30 versus the HX200V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and HX200V is 90 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 30 and HX200V.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX200V to offer you more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.