Leica C vs Panasonic SZ5

Here is a detailed comparison of the Leica C and Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the C (12MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is relatively close but the C (1/1.7") and SZ5 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The C was introduced 14 months later than the SZ5 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the C grades vs the SZ5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica C & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The whole galleries are provided at Leica C Gallery & Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Leica C offers physical dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ5 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica C and Panasonic SZ5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the C vs the SZ5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the C and SZ5 is 92 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the C and SZ5.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The C having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic SZ5 will provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer C provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.