Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon P950

Here is a complete overview of the Leica V-Lux 4 versus Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and P950 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was unveiled 8 years earlier than the P950 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the V-Lux 4 matches up vs the P950 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 4 and Nikon Coolpix P950. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery and Nikon P950 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 4 provides exterior measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Nikon P950 has dimensions of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") with a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 4 versus Nikon P950 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 4 compared to the P950.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 4 and P950 is 65 and 52 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The visual here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 4 and P950.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon P950 to result in extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older V-Lux 4 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.