Leica V-Lux 5 vs Panasonic FZ60

Here, we will be evaluating the Leica V-Lux 5 versus Panasonic FZ60, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 5 (20MP) and FZ60 (16MP) and the V-Lux 5 (1") and FZ60 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The V-Lux 5 was revealed 7 years later than the FZ60 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the V-Lux 5 matches up against the FZ60 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery & Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 5 has got exterior measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") having a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ60 has proportions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 5 compared to the FZ60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 5 and FZ60 is 55 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The graphic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 5 and FZ60.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The V-Lux 5 using its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Leica V-Lux 5 will offer more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.