Leica V-Lux 5 vs Nikon B500

In this article, we are contrasting the Leica V-Lux 5 and Nikon B500, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Leica and Nikon. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 5 (20MP) and B500 (16MP) and the V-Lux 5 (1") and B500 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The V-Lux 5 was manufactured 3 years after the B500 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the V-Lux 5 scores versus the B500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 5 & Nikon Coolpix B500. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery & Nikon B500 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") along with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs) while the Nikon B500 has measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 5 and Nikon B500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 5 compared to the B500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 5 and B500 is 55 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 5 and B500.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The V-Lux 5 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica V-Lux 5 will provide greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher V-Lux 5 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.