Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic LS5
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic LS5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Introduced April 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
- Released July 2011
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic LS5 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic LS5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe V-Lux 20 was launched 15 months before the LS5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the V-Lux 20 grades versus the LS5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic LS5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Panasonic LS5
V-Lux 20 | LS5 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Leica V-Lux 20
LS5 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | April 2010 | Fresher by 15 months |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic LS5
V-Lux 20 | LS5 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 enjoys outside 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) and the Panasonic LS5 has dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic LS5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 20 compared to the LS5.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and LS5 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 20 and LS5.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic LS5 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Panasonic |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-04-20 | 2011-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218 grams (0.48 lb) | 126 grams (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 160 photographs |
Battery format | - | AA |
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $779 | $294 |