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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic XS1

Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
46
Overall
40
Leica V-Lux 30 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 front
Portability
97
Imaging
39
Features
26
Overall
33

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs

Leica V-Lux 30
(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
  • Introduced May 2011
Panasonic XS1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
  • Revealed January 2013
Photography Glossary

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview

Following is a extended assessment of the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic XS1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was introduced 19 months prior to the XS1 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the V-Lux 30 grades vs the XS1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Panasonic XS1

 V-Lux 30 XS1 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Leica V-Lux 30

 XS1 V-Lux 30 
RevealedJanuary 2013May 2011More modern by 19 months

Common features in the Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic XS1

 V-Lux 30 XS1 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 30 enjoys exterior measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic XS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 30 versus the XS1.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic XS1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 30 and XS1 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic XS1 top view buttons comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 30 and XS1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic XS1 sensor size comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic XS1 as a Portrait photography camera
30
good resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
30
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic XS1 as a Street photography camera
64
image stabilization (Optical)
boasts focus via touch
lighter than competition (219g)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
64
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (103 grams)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic XS1 as a Sports photography camera
47
long zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery life (260 CIPA)
no phase detect autofocus
40
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic XS1 as a Travel photography camera
67
lighter than competition (219 grams)
boasts focus via touch
good resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (24mm)
great zoom (384mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
low battery life (260 per charge)
does not feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than average (103g)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (24mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Leica V-Lux 30
Landscape photography with Panasonic XS1
41
relatively wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
low battery life (260 per charge)
lack of Time Lapse recording
38
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica V-Lux 30 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic XS1 Vlogging highlights
34
relatively wide (24mm)
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (219g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of mic port
31
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (103g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone socket
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Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic XS1
 Leica V-Lux 30Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1
General Information
Company Leica Panasonic
Model Leica V-Lux 30 Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-05-26 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Venus Engine FHD -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 11 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-384mm (16.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/2.8-6.9
Macro focus distance 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 60 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.00 m 4.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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 file format MPEG-4, AVCHD Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 219g (0.48 pounds) 103g (0.23 pounds)
Physical dimensions 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 260 pictures 260 pictures
Battery type 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
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $900 $130