Kodak Z5120 vs Leica V-Lux 3

Below is a in depth overview of the Kodak Z5120 and Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Kodak and Leica. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the Z5120 (16MP) and V-Lux 3 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z5120 was released 2 months later than the V-Lux 3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Z5120 matches up against the V-Lux 3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 and Leica V-Lux 3. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Z5120 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z5120 enjoys outer dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 3 has dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Z5120 versus the V-Lux 3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z5120 and V-Lux 3 is 68 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5120 and V-Lux 3.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Kodak Z5120 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively.