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 FZ80 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 FZ80 has external dimensions of 130 x 94 x 119 mm (5.12 x 3.7 x 4.69″) and weighs 616 g (1.36 lb / 21.73 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Leica V-Lux 5 and the Panasonic FZ80. Panasonic FZ80 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 13mm thinner than Leica V-Lux 5.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Leica V-Lux 5 and Panasonic FZ80.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Leica V-Lux 5 and Panasonic FZ80.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FZ80 is significantly lighter (196g ) 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-FZ80 (Lumix DMC-FZ82) 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
LCD Screen Size and Features
Leica V-Lux 5 and Panasonic FZ80's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, 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. Panasonic FZ80's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to V-Lux 5.