Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic FZ1000 II

The following is a extended review of the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic FZ1000 II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Leica and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and FZ1000 II (20MP) and the V-Lux 3 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 II (1") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The V-Lux 3 was released 8 years before the FZ1000 II which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the V-Lux 3 scores vs the FZ1000 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 3 and Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 3 offers exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic FZ1000 II has measurements of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") and a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

Analyze the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic FZ1000 II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 3 versus the FZ1000 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 3 and FZ1000 II is 67 and 55 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The pic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 3 and FZ1000 II.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The V-Lux 3 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will produce more detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 3 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.