Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon L26

Let's look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 20 and Nikon L26, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and L26 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was introduced 21 months prior to the L26 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the V-Lux 20 matches up vs the L26 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 & Nikon Coolpix L26. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 provides 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) while the Nikon L26 has dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 20 against the L26.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and L26 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The picture below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 20 and L26.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon L26 to produce extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 20 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.