Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon P600
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Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon P600 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
- Superseded the Leica V-Lux 2
- New Model is Leica V-Lux 4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Launched February 2014
- Updated by Nikon P610

Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon P600 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon P600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and P600 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 3 was introduced 3 years prior to the P600 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the V-Lux 3 matches up against the P600 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon P600 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 3 & Nikon Coolpix P600. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery & Nikon P600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 3 over the Nikon P600
V-Lux 3 | P600 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P600 over the Leica V-Lux 3
P600 | V-Lux 3 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | December 2011 | More modern by 26 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 3 and Nikon P600
V-Lux 3 | P600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon P600 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 3 provides external dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Nikon P600 has dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Compare the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon P600 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 3 compared to the P600.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 3 and P600 is 67 and 65 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon P600 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 3 and P600.
As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon P600 to provide extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 3 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon P600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon P600 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 3 | Nikon Coolpix P600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica V-Lux 3 | Nikon Coolpix P600 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-12-08 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.50 m | 7.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 lb) | 565 gr (1.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 81 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 330 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC 9 | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $949 | $750 |