Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic FZ300

Let's take a deeper look at the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was introduced 5 years before the FZ300 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the V-Lux 2 matches up versus the FZ300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery & Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 2 comes with outside dimensions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ300 has specifications of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic FZ300 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 2 versus the FZ300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 2 and FZ300 is 67 and 59 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The picture below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 2 and FZ300.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Leica V-Lux 2 to give extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.