Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon L830

Let's look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Nikon L830, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Leica and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and L830 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was unveiled 3 years before the L830 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the V-Lux 3 grades against the L830 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 3 and Nikon Coolpix L830. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Nikon L830 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 3 offers external dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Nikon L830 has sizing of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check out the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Nikon L830 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 3 and the L830.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 3 and L830 is 67 and 71 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 3 and L830.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon L830 to give you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older V-Lux 3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.