Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic TS5

On this page, we will be analyzing the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was released 14 months prior to the TS5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the V-Lux 40 grades versus the TS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 40 has got external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Panasonic TS5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the TS5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and TS5 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and TS5.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic TS5 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 40 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.