Leica V-Lux 5 vs Panasonic FZ1000

Its time to look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 5 vs Panasonic FZ1000, both Large Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 5 (20MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1").

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The V-Lux 5 was brought out 5 years later than the FZ1000 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the V-Lux 5 scores against the FZ1000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 5 features external measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ1000 has sizing of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") and a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 5 vs Panasonic FZ1000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the V-Lux 5 compared to the FZ1000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 5 and FZ1000 is 55 and 55 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 5 and FZ1000.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of images however you may want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer V-Lux 5 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.