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 5 and Panasonic FH5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Leica V-Lux 5 has external dimensions of 137 x 97 x 132 mm (5.39 x 3.82 x 5.2″) and weighs 812 g (1.79 lb / 28.64 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FH5 has external dimensions of 94 x 54 x 19 mm (3.7 x 2.13 x 0.75″) and weighs 121 g (0.27 lb / 4.27 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Leica V-Lux 5 and the Panasonic FH5. Panasonic FH5 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 43mm narrower, 43mm shorter and 113mm thinner than Leica V-Lux 5.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Leica V-Lux 5 and Panasonic FH5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Leica V-Lux 5 and Panasonic FH5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FH5 is significantly lighter (691g ) than the Leica V-Lux 5 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Leica V-Lux 5 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 (Lumix DMC-FS18) 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 Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Leica V-Lux 5's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic FH5's 2.7" screen.
Moreover, Leica V-Lux 5 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. On the other hand, Panasonic FH5 has a fixed type screen which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to V-Lux 5.