Leica V-Lux 5 vs Panasonic GX9

Below is a detailed analysis of the Leica V-Lux 5 versus Panasonic GX9, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 5 (20MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is relatively close but the V-Lux 5 (1") and GX9 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor measurements.

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The V-Lux 5 was brought out 24 months later than the GX9 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the V-Lux 5 scores against the GX9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 5 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery & Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 5 comes with outer measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") along with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs) while the Panasonic GX9 has sizing of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 5 versus Panasonic GX9 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 5 compared to the GX9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 5 and GX9 is 55 and 82 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 5 and GX9.

As you can see, each of these cameras have the same resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The V-Lux 5 includes the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF trickier. The more modern V-Lux 5 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.