Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic SZ10

Lets look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was announced 5 years before the SZ10 which is quite a big difference as far as 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 SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the V-Lux 2 grades vs the SZ10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 2 enjoys exterior measurements of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Panasonic SZ10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 2 compared to the SZ10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 2 and SZ10 is 67 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 2 and SZ10.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ10 to give you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 2 is going to be behind in sensor technology.