Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon S8100

Following is a extended analysis of the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Nikon S8100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was launched 16 months after the S8100 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S8100 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the V-Lux 3 scores versus the S8100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 3 & Nikon Coolpix S8100. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery & Nikon S8100 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 3 has got outside measurements of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8100 has measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 3 vs the S8100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 3 and S8100 is 67 and 93 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 3 and S8100.

As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent V-Lux 3 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.