Leica V-Lux 30 vs Sony WX150

Following is a complete comparison of the Leica V-Lux 30 and Sony WX150, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and WX150 (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was launched 9 months prior to the WX150 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the V-Lux 30 matches up versus the WX150 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 30 has outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony WX150 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 30 and Sony WX150 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 30 against the WX150.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and WX150 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and WX150.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony WX150 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.