Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Panasonic FZ300 and Leica V-Lux 4 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FZ300 has external dimensions of 132 x 92 x 117 mm (5.2 x 3.62 x 4.61″) and weighs 691 g (including batteries). Leica V-Lux 4 has external dimensions of 125 x 87 x 110 mm (4.92 x 3.43 x 4.33″) and weighs 588 g (1.30 lb / 20.74 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ300 and the Leica V-Lux 4. Leica V-Lux 4 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 5mm shorter and 7mm thinner than Panasonic FZ300.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic FZ300 and Leica V-Lux 4.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FZ300 and Leica V-Lux 4.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Leica V-Lux 4 is significantly lighter (103g ) than the Panasonic FZ300 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the FZ300 has a big advantage over the V-Lux 4 which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic FZ300 and Leica V-Lux 4's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Both cameras feature
Fully Articulating screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. Fully articulating screens are also useful for taking Selfies and video.