Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic F5

In this write-up, we are looking at the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic F5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the F5 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was manufactured 19 months prior to the F5 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the V-Lux 30 scores versus the F5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Panasonic F5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 30 enjoys outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic F5 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 30 compared to the F5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and F5 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and F5.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should always consider the age of the products into consideration. The older V-Lux 30 is going to be behind in sensor technology.