Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 3

The following is a extensive comparison of the Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Kodak and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the V-Lux 3 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was revealed 17 months before the V-Lux 3 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Z981 scores against the V-Lux 3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 and Leica V-Lux 3. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z981 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak Z981 features external dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 3 has sizing of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Look at the Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Z981 against the V-Lux 3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z981 and V-Lux 3 is 66 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The pic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z981 and V-Lux 3.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Kodak Z981 to show more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Z981 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.