Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon P90
65 Imaging
36 Features
62 Overall
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70 Imaging
34 Features
37 Overall
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Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon P90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 588g - 125 x 87 x 110mm
- Released September 2012
- Earlier Model is Leica V-Lux 3
- Successor is Leica V-Lux 5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 400g - 114 x 99 x 83mm
- Launched February 2009
- Earlier Model is Nikon P80
Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon P90 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and the P90 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe V-Lux 4 was announced 3 years later than the P90 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the V-Lux 4 scores vs the P90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon P90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 4 and Nikon Coolpix P90. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery and Nikon P90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 4 over the Nikon P90
V-Lux 4 | P90 | |||
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Launched | September 2012 | February 2009 | More recent by 45 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon P90 over the Leica V-Lux 4
P90 | V-Lux 4 |
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Common features in the Leica V-Lux 4 and Nikon P90
V-Lux 4 | P90 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon P90 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 4 offers exterior dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Nikon P90 has dimensions of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") having a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).
See the Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon P90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 4 against the P90.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 4 and P90 is 65 and 70 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon P90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 4 and P90.
All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos but you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher V-Lux 4 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon P90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon P90 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 4 | Nikon Coolpix P90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 4 | Nikon Coolpix P90 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | Free-Angle TFT Screen LCD Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,312k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 588 grams (1.30 pounds) | 400 grams (0.88 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 87 x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") | 114 x 99 x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 540 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $899 | $700 |