Leica V-Lux 30 vs Sony S930

On this page, we are reviewing the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Sony S930, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and S930 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was manufactured 2 years later than the S930 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the V-Lux 30 scores against the S930 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 30 offers outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony S930 has measurements of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Sony S930 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 30 and the S930.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and S930 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The photograph here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and S930.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Leica V-Lux 30 to render greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The younger V-Lux 30 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.