Leica V-Lux 20 vs Sony G3

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Leica V-Lux 20 and Sony G3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was brought out 16 months after the G3 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the V-Lux 20 matches up vs the G3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 offers external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the G3.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and G3 is 91 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The image below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 20 and G3.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Leica V-Lux 20 to offer extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 20 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.