Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic XS1

Let's look a little more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic XS1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and XS1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was brought out 3 years earlier than the XS1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the V-Lux 20 matches up vs the XS1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 has external measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic XS1 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Analyze the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic XS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 20 compared to the XS1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and XS1 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 20 and XS1.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to render greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older V-Lux 20 will be behind in sensor innovation.