Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic ZS70

Below, we are reviewing the Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Leica and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was revealed 6 years earlier than the ZS70 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the V-Lux 40 matches up versus the ZS70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 40 provides exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic ZS70 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 40 against the ZS70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and ZS70 is 92 and 87 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and ZS70.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to offer greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 40 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.