Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon B600

On this page, we will be reviewing the Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon B600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the B600 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was unveiled 9 years before the B600 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the V-Lux 2 scores versus the B600 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon Coolpix B600. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Nikon B600 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 2 features external dimensions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) whilst the Nikon B600 has dimensions of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon B600 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 2 against the B600.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 2 and B600 is 67 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 2 and B600.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon B600 to offer greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older V-Lux 2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.