Leica V-Lux 30 vs Sony WX80

Its time to examine more closely at the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Sony WX80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was revealed 19 months earlier than the WX80 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the V-Lux 30 matches up vs the WX80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 30 features exterior 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) and the Sony WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Sony WX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the V-Lux 30 vs the WX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and WX80 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and WX80.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony WX80 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.