Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon S9100
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Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon S9100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 588g - 125 x 87 x 110mm
- Released September 2012
- Old Model is Leica V-Lux 3
- New Model is Leica V-Lux 5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched July 2011
- Replacement is Nikon S9300
Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon S9100 Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the Leica V-Lux 4 and Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe V-Lux 4 was released 15 months later than the S9100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the V-Lux 4 scores vs the S9100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon S9100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 4 and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 4 over the Nikon S9100
V-Lux 4 | S9100 | |||
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Launched | September 2012 | July 2011 | More recent by 15 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Leica V-Lux 4
S9100 | V-Lux 4 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 4 and Nikon S9100
V-Lux 4 | S9100 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen sizing | |
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon S9100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 4 features physical measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Nikon S9100 has measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Analyze the Leica V-Lux 4 and Nikon S9100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 4 against the S9100.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 4 and S9100 is 65 and 91 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon S9100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 4 and S9100.
As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of photos though you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer V-Lux 4 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Leica V-Lux 4 vs Nikon S9100 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 4 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica V-Lux 4 | Nikon Coolpix S9100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | Free-Angle TFT Screen LCD Display | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,312 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 13.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 588 grams (1.30 pounds) | 214 grams (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 87 x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") | 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 540 pictures | 270 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $899 | $329 |