Leica V-Lux 5 vs Nikon P500

Its time to examine more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 5 and Nikon P500, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Leica and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the V-Lux 5 (20MP) and P500 (12MP) and the V-Lux 5 (1") and P500 (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The V-Lux 5 was revealed 9 years after the P500 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the V-Lux 5 grades vs the P500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 5 and Nikon Coolpix P500. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery and Nikon P500 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 5 provides exterior dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs) whilst the Nikon P500 has specifications of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 5 and Nikon P500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 5 versus the P500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 5 and P500 is 55 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 5 and P500.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The V-Lux 5 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica V-Lux 5 will provide greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 5 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.