Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic L1

Here is a in-depth review of the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Panasonic L1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and L1 (7MP) and the V-Lux 3 (1/2.3") and L1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The V-Lux 3 was launched 4 years later than the L1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the V-Lux 3 grades against the L1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Panasonic L1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 3 has outer dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic L1 has measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Panasonic L1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 3 compared to the L1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 3 and L1 is 67 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 3 and L1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The V-Lux 3 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Leica V-Lux 3 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 3 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.