Leica V-Lux 5 vs Olympus SP-820UZ

Here is a detailed comparison of the Leica V-Lux 5 versus Olympus SP-820UZ, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Leica and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 5 (20MP) and SP-820UZ (14MP) and the V-Lux 5 (1") and SP-820UZ (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The V-Lux 5 was brought out 7 years later than the SP-820UZ and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the V-Lux 5 matches up against the SP-820UZ for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 5 and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 5 offers outer measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") along with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs) while the Olympus SP-820UZ has dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 5 versus Olympus SP-820UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 5 compared to the SP-820UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 5 and SP-820UZ is 55 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 5 and SP-820UZ.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The V-Lux 5 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Leica V-Lux 5 will result in more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher V-Lux 5 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.