Leica V-Lux 3 vs Pentax XG-1

In this article, we are contrasting the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and XG-1 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was launched 3 years earlier than the XG-1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the V-Lux 3 matches up versus the XG-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 3 & Pentax XG-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 3 has external measurements of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Pentax XG-1 has sizing of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Pentax XG-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 3 versus the XG-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 3 and XG-1 is 67 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 3 and XG-1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax XG-1 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The older V-Lux 3 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.