Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon L20 and Leica V-Lux 4 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon L20 has external dimensions of 61 x 97 x 29 mm (2.4 x 3.82 x 1.14″) and weighs 135 g (0.30 lb / 4.76 oz) (including batteries). Leica V-Lux 4 has external dimensions of 125 x 87 x 110 mm (4.92 x 3.43 x 4.33″) and weighs 588 g (1.30 lb / 20.74 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon L20 and the Leica V-Lux 4. Nikon L20 is 64mm narrower and 81mm thinner than Leica V-Lux 4 but it is also 10mm taller.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon L20 and Leica V-Lux 4.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon L20 is significantly lighter (453g ) than the Leica V-Lux 4 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix L20 nor Leica V-Lux 4 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon L20 and Leica V-Lux 4's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Leica V-Lux 4 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Nikon L20's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to V-Lux 4.