Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic ZS15

Lets look a little more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 4 and Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was launched 3 months later than the ZS15 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the V-Lux 4 grades vs the ZS15 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 4 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 4 has got outside measurements 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 ZS15 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Leica V-Lux 4 and Panasonic ZS15 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 4 against the ZS15.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 4 and ZS15 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 4 and ZS15.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.