Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS6
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS6 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Launched January 2015
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT6
- Replaced the Panasonic TS5

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 20 was launched 5 years prior to the TS6 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the V-Lux 20 matches up against the TS6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Panasonic TS6
V-Lux 20 | TS6 | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Leica V-Lux 20
TS6 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | April 2010 | Fresher by 57 months |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic TS6
V-Lux 20 | TS6 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 20 provides outer 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 TS6 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 20 versus the TS6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 20 and TS6 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and TS6.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic TS6 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 will be behind in sensor technology.

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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Panasonic |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-04-20 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 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 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218 grams (0.48 lb) | 214 grams (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" 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 | - | 370 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
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 | One | One |
Price at release | $779 | $300 |