Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon B600
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Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon B600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 540g - 124 x 81 x 95mm
- Introduced December 2011
- Earlier Model is Leica V-Lux 2
- Refreshed by Leica V-Lux 4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 500g - 122 x 82 x 99mm
- Introduced January 2019

Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon B600 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 3 and Nikon B600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Leica and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and B600 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 3 was released 8 years prior to the B600 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the V-Lux 3 grades vs the B600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon B600 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 3 and Nikon Coolpix B600. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Nikon B600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 3 over the Nikon B600
V-Lux 3 | B600 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon B600 over the Leica V-Lux 3
B600 | V-Lux 3 | |||
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Introduced | January 2019 | ![]() | December 2011 | Newer by 86 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 3 and Nikon B600
V-Lux 3 | B600 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon B600 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 3 comes with exterior dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Nikon B600 has sizing of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).
Check out the Leica V-Lux 3 and Nikon B600 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 3 versus the B600.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 3 and B600 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon B600 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 3 and B600.
As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon B600 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 3 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon B600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon B600 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 3 | Nikon Coolpix B600 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 3 | Nikon Coolpix B600 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-12-08 | 2019-01-18 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 60i, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 lbs) | 500g (1.10 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 81 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") | 122 x 82 x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | 280 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-DC 9 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $949 | $297 |