Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic LZ30

Its time to look much closer at the Leica V-Lux 4 versus Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Leica and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was unveiled 3 months earlier than the LZ30 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the V-Lux 4 scores against the LZ30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 4 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery & Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 4 has outside dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ30 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Analyze the Leica V-Lux 4 versus Panasonic LZ30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 4 versus the LZ30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 4 and LZ30 is 65 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 4 and LZ30.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic LZ30 to provide greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.