Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic FZ70

Here, we will be reviewing the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was launched 4 years before the FZ70 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the V-Lux 20 matches up vs the FZ70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 20 comes with physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic FZ70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the FZ70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and FZ70 is 91 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 20 and FZ70.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FZ70 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.