Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic ZS5

Below is a extensive review of the Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was launched within a month of the ZS5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the V-Lux 20 scores against the ZS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 20 has physical dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS5 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic ZS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 20 vs the ZS5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and ZS5 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 20 and ZS5.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of images though you need to take the release date of the products into consideration.