Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic ZS25

In this write-up, we are looking at the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The V-Lux 3 was revealed 13 months prior to the ZS25 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the V-Lux 3 scores vs the ZS25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 3 has outside dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Panasonic ZS25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 3 compared to the ZS25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 3 and ZS25 is 67 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 3 and ZS25.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS25 to give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.