Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic FH8

The following is a extensive analysis of the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic FH8, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and FH8 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was launched 20 months before the FH8 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the V-Lux 20 grades vs the FH8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 20 provides outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH8 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the FH8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and FH8 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and FH8.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FH8 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.