Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic ZR3

The following is a thorough overview of the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic ZR3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was unveiled 17 months after the ZR3 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the V-Lux 30 matches up against the ZR3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 30 enjoys physical dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic ZR3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 30 compared to the ZR3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and ZR3 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and ZR3.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images although you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern V-Lux 30 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.