Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic ZS80

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and ZS80 (20MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was announced 7 years before the ZS80 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the V-Lux 30 grades vs the ZS80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 30 provides exterior dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS80 has sizing of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

See the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic ZS80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 30 compared to the ZS80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and ZS80 is 90 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The pic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and ZS80.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS80 to resolve more detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.