Leica V-Lux 4 vs Sigma DP2s

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Leica V-Lux 4 vs Sigma DP2s, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the V-Lux 4 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The V-Lux 4 was introduced 2 years after the DP2s which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the V-Lux 4 matches up versus the DP2s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 4 and Sigma DP2s. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 4 provides physical measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Sigma DP2s has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Leica V-Lux 4 vs Sigma DP2s in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 4 and the DP2s.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 4 and DP2s is 65 and 86 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The image underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 4 and DP2s.

To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The V-Lux 4 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Leica V-Lux 4 will produce more detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher V-Lux 4 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.