Leica V-Lux 4 vs Olympus SZ-10

Below, we are reviewing the Leica V-Lux 4 and Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was revealed 20 months after the SZ-10 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the V-Lux 4 matches up vs the SZ-10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 4 and Olympus SZ-10. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 4 offers exterior measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-10 has sizing of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 4 and Olympus SZ-10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 4 against the SZ-10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 4 and SZ-10 is 65 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The pic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 4 and SZ-10.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-10 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 4 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.