Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS30

Here is a extensive assessment of the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS30, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was launched 4 years earlier than the TS30 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the V-Lux 30 scores versus the TS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 30 has got 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 TS30 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic TS30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 30 against the TS30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and TS30 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and TS30.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic TS30 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older V-Lux 30 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.