Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FX78

Below is a extended assessment of the Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic FX78, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was revealed 5 months later than the FX78 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the V-Lux 30 grades vs the FX78 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 30 enjoys outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic FX78 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 30 vs the FX78.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and FX78 is 90 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and FX78.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Leica V-Lux 30 to render greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively.