Leica V-Lux 4 vs Sony HX200V

On this page, we are reviewing the Leica V-Lux 4 versus Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and HX200V (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was revealed 5 months later than the HX200V so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the V-Lux 4 scores against the HX200V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 4 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 4 features outer dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Sony HX200V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 4 versus Sony HX200V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 4 vs the HX200V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 4 and HX200V is 65 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 4 and HX200V.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX200V to resolve extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively.