Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic FZ150

Let's take a deeper look at the Leica V-Lux 3 and Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was brought out 4 months earlier than the FZ150 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the V-Lux 3 scores vs the FZ150 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 3 has got outer 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 Panasonic FZ150 has measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Analyze the Leica V-Lux 3 and Panasonic FZ150 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 3 and the FZ150.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 3 and FZ150 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 3 and FZ150.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of images however you might want to take the age of the cameras into account.