Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 4 over the Panasonic FZ28
V-Lux 4 | FZ28 | |||
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Released | September 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 45 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Leica V-Lux 4
FZ28 | V-Lux 4 |
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Common features in the Leica V-Lux 4 and Panasonic FZ28
V-Lux 4 | FZ28 | |||
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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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 4 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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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 |