Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ1000

Lets look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 4 and Panasonic FZ1000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Leica and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and FZ1000 (20MP) and the V-Lux 4 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 (1") provide totally different sensor size.

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The V-Lux 4 was unveiled 21 months before the FZ1000 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the V-Lux 4 matches up versus the FZ1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 4 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 4 comes with exterior measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ1000 has measurements of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") having a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 4 and Panasonic FZ1000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 4 and the FZ1000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 4 and FZ1000 is 65 and 55 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 4 and FZ1000.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The V-Lux 4 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic FZ1000 will provide extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 4 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.