Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon B500

Here, we are evaluating the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon B500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Leica and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and B500 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was brought out 6 years earlier than the B500 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera and the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the V-Lux 20 grades versus the B500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 20 and Nikon Coolpix B500. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Nikon B500 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 20 offers external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon B500 has sizing of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs).

Check out the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon B500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 20 versus the B500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and B500 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 20 and B500.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon B500 to give extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.