Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic ZS1

Following is a in depth comparison of the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the V-Lux 30 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The V-Lux 30 was unveiled 2 years after the ZS1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the V-Lux 30 matches up versus the ZS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 30 has exterior dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 30 and the ZS1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and ZS1 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and ZS1.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The V-Lux 30 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Leica V-Lux 30 will produce greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern V-Lux 30 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.