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 Leica V-Lux 20 and Leica D-LUX 5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Leica V-Lux 20 has external dimensions of 103 x 60 x 33 mm (4.06 x 2.36 x 1.3″) and weighs 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz) (including batteries). Leica D-LUX 5 has external dimensions of 110 x 66 x 43 mm (4.33 x 2.6 x 1.69″) and weighs 271 g (0.60 lb / 9.56 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Leica V-Lux 20 and the Leica D-LUX 5. Leica V-Lux 20 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 10mm thinner than Leica D-LUX 5.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Leica V-Lux 20 and Leica D-LUX 5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Leica V-Lux 20 and Leica D-LUX 5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Leica V-Lux 20 is significantly lighter (53g ) than the Leica D-LUX 5 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Leica V-Lux 20 nor Leica D-LUX 5 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Leica V-Lux 20 and Leica D-LUX 5's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.