Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic LZ20

Below, we will be reviewing the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was brought out 13 months prior to the LZ20 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the V-Lux 30 matches up versus the LZ20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 30 enjoys external measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ20 has proportions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Analyze the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Panasonic LZ20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 30 against the LZ20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and LZ20 is 90 and 71 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and LZ20.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic LZ20 to provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.