Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FH3

Following is a extended overview of the Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FH3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was announced 2 years after the FH3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the V-Lux 4 grades vs the FH3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in 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") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Panasonic FH3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FH3 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 at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 4 compared to the FH3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 4 and FH3 is 65 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 4 and FH3.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH3 to give greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 4 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.