Leica V-Lux 3 vs Olympus SZ-11

Below is a thorough assessment of the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Olympus SZ-11, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and the SZ-11 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was released 5 months later than the SZ-11 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the V-Lux 3 scores versus the SZ-11 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 3 & Olympus SZ-11. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery & Olympus SZ-11 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 3 features outer measurements of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-11 has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Olympus SZ-11 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 3 versus the SZ-11.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 3 and SZ-11 is 67 and 89 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 3 and SZ-11.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus SZ-11 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively.