Leica V-Lux 5 vs Sony HX200V

On this page, we will be evaluating the Leica V-Lux 5 versus Sony HX200V, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the V-Lux 5 (20MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is pretty comparable but the V-Lux 5 (1") and HX200V (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The V-Lux 5 was manufactured 7 years after the HX200V which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the V-Lux 5 matches up against the HX200V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 5 comes with outside dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") having a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs) while the Sony HX200V has dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 5 versus Sony HX200V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the V-Lux 5 and the HX200V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 5 and HX200V is 55 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The pic here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 5 and HX200V.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The V-Lux 5 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica V-Lux 5 will show more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher V-Lux 5 should have an edge in sensor tech.