Leica V-Lux 3 vs Sony WX300

The following is a extensive analysis of the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was brought out 14 months prior to the WX300 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the V-Lux 3 grades versus the WX300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 3 has got 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) and the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Sony WX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 3 vs the WX300.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 3 and WX300 is 67 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The picture here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 3 and WX300.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony WX300 to offer you extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.