Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20
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![Leica V-Lux 30 front Leica V-Lux 30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-V-Lux-30/Leica-V-Lux-30-front.jpg)
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Announced May 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT20
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Panasonic TS20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The V-Lux 30 was brought out 8 months prior to the TS20 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the V-Lux 30 grades versus the TS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Panasonic TS20
V-Lux 30 | TS20 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Leica V-Lux 30
TS20 | V-Lux 30 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | May 2011 | Fresher by 8 months |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic TS20
V-Lux 30 | TS20 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 30 has got physical 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) and the Panasonic TS20 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Leica V-Lux 30 versus Panasonic TS20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 30 vs the TS20.
![Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 size comparison Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS20-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and TS20 is 90 and 95 respectively.
![Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 top view buttons comparison Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 30 and TS20.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic TS20 to offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older V-Lux 30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 sensor size comparison Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-V-Lux-30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Panasonic |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-05-26 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 219 grams (0.48 pounds) | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | 250 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $900 | $179 |