Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon L120

Following is a comprehensive review of the Leica V-Lux 3 and Nikon L120, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and the L120 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was unveiled 11 months after the L120 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the V-Lux 3 grades against the L120 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 3 and Nikon Coolpix L120. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Nikon L120 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 3 features exterior dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Nikon L120 has proportions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 3 versus the L120.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 3 and L120 is 67 and 75 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The picture below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 3 and L120.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon L120 to provide more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern V-Lux 3 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.