Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic FZ28

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.

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.

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.

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.