Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS4
91 Imaging
35 Features
33 Overall
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92 Imaging
35 Features
33 Overall
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released April 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched January 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Superseded the Panasonic TS3
- Replacement is Panasonic TS5

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Panasonic TS4, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 20 was brought out 21 months earlier than the TS4 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the V-Lux 20 matches up versus the TS4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Panasonic TS4
V-Lux 20 | TS4 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Leica V-Lux 20
TS4 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | April 2010 | More recent by 21 months |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic TS4
V-Lux 20 | TS4 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 20 provides outer dimensions 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 TS4 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Panasonic TS4 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 20 against the TS4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and TS4 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 20 and TS4.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older V-Lux 20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica V-Lux 20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-04-20 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 218g (0.48 lb) | 197g (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 310 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $779 | $399 |