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Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28

Portability
65
Imaging
36
Features
62
Overall
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Leica V-Lux 4 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 front
Portability
72
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs

Leica V-Lux 4
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
  • 588g - 125 x 87 x 110mm
  • Launched September 2012
  • Previous Model is Leica V-Lux 3
  • Successor is Leica V-Lux 5
Panasonic FZ28
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
  • 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
  • Released January 2009
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Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was brought out 3 years later than the FZ28 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the V-Lux 4 matches up versus the FZ28 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 4 over the Panasonic FZ28

 V-Lux 4 FZ28 
ReleasedSeptember 2012January 2009Fresher by 45 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Leica V-Lux 4

 FZ28 V-Lux 4 

Common features in the Leica V-Lux 4 and Panasonic FZ28

 V-Lux 4 FZ28 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 4 enjoys exterior measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the V-Lux 4 vs the FZ28.

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 4 and FZ28 is 65 and 72 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28 top view buttons comparison

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The visual here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 4 and FZ28.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Leica V-Lux 4 to give extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 4 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28 sensor size comparison

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Leica V-Lux 4
Portrait photography with Panasonic FZ28
45
has manual focus
features face detection focusing
saves RAW files
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
35
has manual focus
supports RAW files
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Leica V-Lux 4 Street photography factors
Panasonic FZ28 Street photography factors
57
screen can move to multiple angles
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW files
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
more heavy than competition (588 grams)
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW files
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Leica V-Lux 4
Sports photography with Panasonic FZ28
46
long zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking autofocus
better than average battery (540 CIPA)
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
33
amazing zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second very slow (3.0 fps)
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Leica V-Lux 4
Travel photography with Panasonic FZ28
55
better than average battery (540 CIPA)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
decently wide (25mm)
great zoom (600mm)
no Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (588 grams)
low resolution (12MP)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
52
has built in flash
really wide (27mm)
great zoom (486mm)
no Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (10MP)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Leica V-Lux 4
Landscape photography with Panasonic FZ28
48
has manual focus
decently wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW files
better than average battery (540 CIPA)
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no Timelapse function
40
has manual focus
really wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
low resolution sensor (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica V-Lux 4 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FZ28 as a Vlogging camera
63
decently wide (25mm)
selfie friendly display
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
comes with external microphone support
slow max aperture (f2.8)
more heavy than competition (588g)
24
really wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic port
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Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica V-Lux 4 and Panasonic FZ28
 Leica V-Lux 4Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
General Information
Brand Name Leica Panasonic
Model Leica V-Lux 4 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2012-09-17 2009-01-15
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 23 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-600mm (24.0x) 27-486mm (18.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8 f/2.8-4.4
Macro focus distance 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 460 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology Free-Angle TFT Screen LCD Display -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 1,312 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Features
Min shutter speed 60 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 12.0 frames per sec 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 13.50 m 8.50 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2)
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, AVCHD -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 588 grams (1.30 pounds) 417 grams (0.92 pounds)
Physical dimensions 125 x 87 x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 27
DXO Color Depth score not tested 17.9
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.1
DXO Low light score not tested 79
Other
Battery life 540 photos -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $899 $599