Leica V-Lux 30 vs Sony W220

In this article, we will be evaluating the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Sony W220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Sony. The resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was launched 2 years after the W220 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the V-Lux 30 grades vs the W220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 30 features physical dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony W220 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Sony W220 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 30 against the W220.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and W220 is 90 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The pic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and W220.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Leica V-Lux 30 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher V-Lux 30 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.