Casio EX-ZR800 vs Leica V-Lux 4

Below is a extensive overview of the Casio EX-ZR800 and Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Casio and Leica. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and V-Lux 4 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was announced 11 months later than the V-Lux 4 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR800 scores vs the V-Lux 4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 & Leica V-Lux 4. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR800 features exterior dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 4 has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR800 compared to the V-Lux 4.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR800 and V-Lux 4 is 91 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR800 and V-Lux 4.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR800 to give you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR800 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.