Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Leica V-Lux 30 and Leica D-Lux 7 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Leica V-Lux 30 has external dimensions of 105 x 58 x 43 mm (4.13 x 2.28 x 1.69″) and weighs 219 g (0.48 lb / 7.72 oz) (including batteries). Leica D-Lux 7 has external dimensions of 118 x 66 x 64 mm (4.65 x 2.6 x 2.52″) and weighs 403 g (0.89 lb / 14.22 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Leica V-Lux 30 and the Leica D-Lux 7. Leica V-Lux 30 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 13mm narrower, 8mm shorter and 21mm thinner than Leica D-Lux 7.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Leica V-Lux 30 and Leica D-Lux 7.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Leica V-Lux 30 is significantly lighter (184g ) than the Leica D-Lux 7 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Leica V-Lux 30 nor Leica D-Lux 7 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Leica V-Lux 30 and Leica D-Lux 7's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.