Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon L120

Here, we are analyzing the Leica V-Lux 4 versus Nikon L120, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and the L120 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was introduced 20 months later than the L120 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the V-Lux 4 matches up against the L120 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 4 and Nikon Coolpix L120. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery and Nikon L120 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 4 provides physical dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Nikon L120 has proportions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).

Analyze the Leica V-Lux 4 versus Nikon L120 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 4 and the L120.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 4 and L120 is 65 and 75 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The graphic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 4 and L120.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon L120 to result in more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 4 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.