Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon L840

Let's look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Nikon L840, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and L840 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was launched 4 years earlier than the L840 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the V-Lux 3 matches up vs the L840 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 3 and Nikon Coolpix L840. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Nikon L840 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 3 features outer measurements of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Nikon L840 has proportions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") and a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Nikon L840 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 3 and the L840.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 3 and L840 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 3 and L840.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon L840 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 3 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.