Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic ZS60

The following is a extended assessment of the Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic ZS60, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and ZS60 (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was unveiled 5 years before the ZS60 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the V-Lux 30 matches up vs the ZS60 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. 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 ZS60 has dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 30 and Panasonic ZS60 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 30 versus the ZS60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 30 and ZS60 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The image below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 30 and ZS60.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS60 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 30 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.