Leica V-Lux 30 vs Sony HX9V

Below, we are analyzing the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was manufactured within a month of the HX9V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the V-Lux 30 matches up against the HX9V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 30 has got 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) and the Sony HX9V has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Sony HX9V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 30 vs the HX9V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and HX9V is 90 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 30 and HX9V.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX9V to give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively.