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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic ZS50

Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34
Leica V-Lux 20 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 front
Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
57
Overall
45

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic ZS50 Key Specs

Leica V-Lux 20
(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
  • Launched April 2010
Panasonic ZS50
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 243g - 111 x 65 x 34mm
  • Revealed January 2015
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ70
  • Replaced the Panasonic ZS45
  • Newer Model is Panasonic ZS60
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic ZS50 Overview

Below, we will be comparing the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 20 was unveiled 5 years before the ZS50 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the V-Lux 20 scores against the ZS50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Panasonic ZS50

 V-Lux 20 ZS50 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS50 over the Leica V-Lux 20

 ZS50 V-Lux 20 
RevealedJanuary 2015April 2010Newer by 57 months
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Screen resolution1040k461kClearer screen (+579k dot)

Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic ZS50

 V-Lux 20 ZS50 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen sizing
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic ZS50 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 20 features exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 20 versus Panasonic ZS50 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 20 compared to the ZS50.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic ZS50 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 20 and ZS50 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic ZS50 top view buttons comparison

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic ZS50 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The pic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 20 and ZS50.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images although you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged V-Lux 20 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic ZS50 sensor size comparison

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic ZS50 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic ZS50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Leica V-Lux 20
Portrait photography with Panasonic ZS50
21
manual focus not available
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
42
you can focus manually
offers face detect focus
delivers RAW files
external flash not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Leica V-Lux 20 Street photography info
Panasonic ZS50 Street photography info
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (218g)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
68
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
lighter than competition in class (243 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Leica V-Lux 20 Sports photography factors
Panasonic ZS50 Sports photography factors
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow frames per second (2.0 frames/s)
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
43
excellent zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers tracking focus
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Leica V-Lux 20 Travel photography features
Panasonic ZS50 Travel photography features
63
lighter than competition (218g)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
very long zoom (300mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
66
lighter than competition in class (243g)
built-in flash
rather wide (24mm)
great zoom (720mm)
MP count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Leica V-Lux 20 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic ZS50 Landscape photography highlights
38
rather wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
51
you can focus manually
rather wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Leica V-Lux 20
Vlogging with Panasonic ZS50
30
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (218g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic support
34
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (243g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have mic jack
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Panasonic ZS50 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica V-Lux 20 and Panasonic ZS50
 Leica V-Lux 20Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50
General Information
Make Leica Panasonic
Model Leica V-Lux 20 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-TZ70
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 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 dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 11 23
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-300mm (12.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-4.9 f/3.3-6.4
Macro focus distance 3cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 461k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,166k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.46x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 2.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 5.30 m 6.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 218 gr (0.48 pounds) 243 gr (0.54 pounds)
Dimensions 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") 111 x 65 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 44
DXO Color Depth score not tested 20.0
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.2
DXO Low light score not tested 138
Other
Battery life - 300 shots
Battery format - 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
Launch pricing $779 $350