Leica C vs Panasonic ZS50

Lets look more closely at the Leica C and Panasonic ZS50, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the C (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the C (1/1.7") and ZS50 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The C was manufactured 16 months earlier than the ZS50 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the C scores against the ZS50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica C & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica C Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica C features outer measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the C and the ZS50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C and ZS50 is 92 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The pic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the C and ZS50.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The C contains the bigger sensor which is going to make getting bokeh simpler. The more aged C is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.