Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic ZS8

Lets look a little more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was revealed 5 months later than the ZS8 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the V-Lux 3 grades versus the ZS8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 3 enjoys outer measurements of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic ZS8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 3 and the ZS8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 3 and ZS8 is 67 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 3 and ZS8.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS8 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively.