Leica V-Lux 20 vs Leica V-Lux 3

Here, we will be contrasting the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by Leica. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the V-Lux 3 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was introduced 19 months prior to the V-Lux 3 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the V-Lux 20 scores against the V-Lux 3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 & Leica V-Lux 3. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 20 features outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 3 has measurements of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Leica V-Lux 3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 20 against the V-Lux 3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and V-Lux 3 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and V-Lux 3.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you may want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged V-Lux 20 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.