Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic SZ3

Its time to look a little more closely at the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic SZ3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was introduced 19 months earlier than the SZ3 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the V-Lux 30 scores vs the SZ3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 30 has outer measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic SZ3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 30 against the SZ3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and SZ3 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and SZ3.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ3 to give you more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older V-Lux 30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.