Leica V-Lux 3 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ

Lets look closer at the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Olympus SP-620 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and SP-620 UZ (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was launched at a similar time to the SP-620 UZ so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the V-Lux 3 matches up versus the SP-620 UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 3 and Olympus SP-620 UZ. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 3 comes with exterior dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Olympus SP-620 UZ has proportions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Olympus SP-620 UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 3 and the SP-620 UZ.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 3 and SP-620 UZ is 67 and 78 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 3 and SP-620 UZ.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-620 UZ to give you more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively.