Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon B600

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").

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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.

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.

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.

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.