Kodak Z990 vs Leica V-Lux 20

Here, we will be contrasting the Kodak Z990 vs Leica V-Lux 20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Leica. The image resolution of the Z990 (12MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Z990 was unveiled 9 months later than the V-Lux 20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z990 grades versus the V-Lux 20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z990 and Leica V-Lux 20. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Z990 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak Z990 comes with physical dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 20 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Z990 vs the V-Lux 20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z990 and V-Lux 20 is 68 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The graphic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z990 and V-Lux 20.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher Z990 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.