Leica V-Lux 4 vs Panasonic ZS50

Here is a detailed review of the Leica V-Lux 4 and Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 4 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 4 was announced 3 years earlier than the ZS50 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the V-Lux 4 matches up vs the ZS50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 4 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 4 has got exterior dimensions 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 ZS50 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Leica V-Lux 4 and Panasonic ZS50 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 4 vs the ZS50.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 4 and ZS50 is 65 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 4 and ZS50.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older V-Lux 4 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.