Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic FZ70

Its time to take a closer look at the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was unveiled 3 years prior to the FZ70 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the V-Lux 2 matches up vs the FZ70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 2 features outer measurements of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ70 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic FZ70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 2 against the FZ70.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 2 and FZ70 is 67 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 2 and FZ70.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FZ70 to provide extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 2 will be behind in sensor tech.