Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic LZ30
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Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic LZ30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 540g - 124 x 81 x 95mm
- Announced December 2011
- Replaced the Leica V-Lux 2
- Updated by Leica V-Lux 4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Previous Model is Panasonic LZ20
- Refreshed by Panasonic LZ40
Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic LZ30 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe V-Lux 3 was introduced 13 months before the LZ30 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the V-Lux 3 grades against the LZ30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic LZ30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 3 over the Panasonic LZ30
V-Lux 3 | LZ30 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Clearer display (+1k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Leica V-Lux 3
LZ30 | V-Lux 3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | December 2011 | Newer by 13 months |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 3 and Panasonic LZ30
V-Lux 3 | LZ30 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic LZ30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 3 features physical measurements of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ30 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).
Compare the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Panasonic LZ30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 3 against the LZ30.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 3 and LZ30 is 67 and 66 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic LZ30 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The pic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 3 and LZ30.
As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic LZ30 to produce more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic LZ30 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Panasonic |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-12-08 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540 grams (1.19 lb) | 552 grams (1.22 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 81 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 380 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | BP-DC 9 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $949 | $230 |