Leica V-Lux 5 vs Panasonic LZ40

Below, we are reviewing the Leica V-Lux 5 vs Panasonic LZ40, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 5 (20MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the V-Lux 5 (1") and LZ40 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The V-Lux 5 was revealed 6 years later than the LZ40 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the V-Lux 5 scores against the LZ40 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery & Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. 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 LZ40 has dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 5 vs the LZ40.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 5 and LZ40 is 55 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 5 and LZ40.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The V-Lux 5 features the larger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF easier. The more modern V-Lux 5 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.