Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic LS5

Below is a detailed comparison of the Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic LS5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was announced 10 months later than the LS5 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the V-Lux 40 matches up against the LS5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 40 enjoys physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Panasonic LS5 has sizing of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic LS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 40 and the LS5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and LS5 is 92 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and LS5.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer V-Lux 40 provides a benefit in sensor tech.