Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic LZ20

Following is a detailed comparison of the Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was released 2 months earlier than the LZ20 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the V-Lux 40 matches up versus the LZ20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 40 has 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 LZ20 has measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

See the Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic LZ20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 40 vs the LZ20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and LZ20 is 92 and 71 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and LZ20.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic LZ20 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.