Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic SZ5

Lets take a closer look at the Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic SZ5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was released 3 years earlier than the SZ5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the V-Lux 20 grades vs the SZ5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 20 provides outside dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ5 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic SZ5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 20 compared to the SZ5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and SZ5 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 20 and SZ5.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic SZ5 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.