Leica V-Lux 3 vs Sony H200

On this page, we are looking at the Leica V-Lux 3 and Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and H200 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was manufactured 13 months earlier than the H200 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the V-Lux 3 grades against the H200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 3 has got exterior 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) while the Sony H200 has specifications of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 3 and Sony H200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 3 vs the H200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 3 and H200 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 3 and H200.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony H200 to offer extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older V-Lux 3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.