Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon P900

Here is a extended review of the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Nikon P900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and P900 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was introduced 4 years prior to the P900 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the V-Lux 3 grades against the P900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 3 and Nikon Coolpix P900. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Nikon P900 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 3 has got external measurements of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Nikon P900 has sizing of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") along with a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Nikon P900 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 3 versus the P900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 3 and P900 is 67 and 52 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 3 and P900.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon P900 to deliver more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older V-Lux 3 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.