Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon P900

The following is a in-depth review of the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Nikon P900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and P900 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was launched 5 years earlier than the P900 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the V-Lux 20 grades against the P900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 20 & Nikon Coolpix P900. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Nikon P900 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 20 features physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Nikon P900 has specifications of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") with a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the P900.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and P900 is 91 and 52 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 20 and P900.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon P900 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 20 is going to be behind in sensor technology.