Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic 3D1

In this article, we are comparing the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Panasonic 3D1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was unveiled 18 months before the 3D1 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the V-Lux 20 grades against the 3D1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic 3D1 has dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Panasonic 3D1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the 3D1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and 3D1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 20 and 3D1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you really should take the release date of the cameras into account. The older V-Lux 20 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.