Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon L820

The following is a thorough assessment of the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Leica and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and L820 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was released 3 years earlier than the L820 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera and the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the V-Lux 20 scores against the L820 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 20 and Nikon Coolpix L820. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Nikon L820 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 provides external measurements 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 L820 has proportions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).

Check out the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Nikon L820 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 20 and the L820.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and L820 is 91 and 72 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The image here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 20 and L820.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon L820 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 20 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.