Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic SZ8

Here, we will be evaluating the Leica V-Lux 4 versus Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Leica and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and SZ8 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was unveiled 15 months earlier than the SZ8 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the V-Lux 4 grades against the SZ8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 4 offers outside measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ8 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 4 versus Panasonic SZ8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 4 compared to the SZ8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 4 and SZ8 is 65 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 4 and SZ8.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic SZ8 to offer more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 4 is going to be behind in sensor tech.