Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic FZ35

Let's look a little more closely at the Leica V-Lux 3 and Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was introduced 18 months later than the FZ35 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the V-Lux 3 grades vs the FZ35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 3 offers outside dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ35 has dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 3 and Panasonic FZ35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the V-Lux 3 and the FZ35.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 3 and FZ35 is 67 and 72 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 3 and FZ35.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The younger V-Lux 3 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.