Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80
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![Leica V-Lux 2 front Leica V-Lux 2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-V-Lux-2/Leica-V-Lux-2-front.jpg)
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 520g - 124 x 80 x 95mm
- Revealed September 2010
- New Model is Leica V-Lux 3
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 327g - 112 x 69 x 42mm
- Released February 2018
- Alternative Name is Lumix DC-TZ95
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS70
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and ZS80 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The V-Lux 2 was revealed 8 years before the ZS80 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the V-Lux 2 grades versus the ZS80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 2 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 2 over the Panasonic ZS80
V-Lux 2 | ZS80 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS80 over the Leica V-Lux 2
ZS80 | V-Lux 2 | |||
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Released | February 2018 | ![]() | September 2010 | Newer by 90 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 2 and Panasonic ZS80
V-Lux 2 | ZS80 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 2 has got physical dimensions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS80 has specifications of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).
Check the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Panasonic ZS80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 2 and the ZS80.
![Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 size comparison Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-ZS80-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 2 and ZS80 is 67 and 86 respectively.
![Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 top view buttons comparison Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-ZS80-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 2 and ZS80.
To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS80 to provide greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
![Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 sensor size comparison Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-V-Lux-2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-ZS80-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-ZS80-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic ZS80 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 2 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica V-Lux 2 | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DC-TZ95 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-09-21 | 2018-02-18 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,330 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.50 m | 5.60 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 520 grams (1.15 lb) | 327 grams (0.72 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 80 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 112 x 69 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 380 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $1,000 | $448 |