Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon L100

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Nikon L100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the L100 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was introduced 15 months later than the L100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the V-Lux 20 grades against the L100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 & Nikon Coolpix L100. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Nikon L100 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 features outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Nikon L100 has proportions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Nikon L100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 20 compared to the L100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and L100 is 91 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and L100.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Leica V-Lux 20 to provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger V-Lux 20 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.