Leica V-Lux 2 vs Panasonic TS3

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Leica V-Lux 2 and Panasonic TS3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 2 was brought out 10 months prior to the TS3 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the V-Lux 2 matches up vs the TS3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery & Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 2 has physical measurements of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Panasonic TS3 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the Leica V-Lux 2 and Panasonic TS3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the V-Lux 2 versus the TS3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 2 and TS3 is 67 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 2 and TS3.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Leica V-Lux 2 to produce extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older V-Lux 2 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.