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Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Leica V-Lux 5 Comparison

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Panasonic FZ1000 II

20 MP | 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) BSI-CMOS Sensor

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Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Leica V-Lux 5 Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing FZ1000 II and V-Lux 5, two Large Sensor Superzoom cameras from Panasonic and Leica. Panasonic FZ1000 II was introduced to market in February 2019 and Leica V-Lux 5 was launched in January 2020. There is only 11 months difference between FZ1000 II and V-Lux 5 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

We can expect this to be a close match up because both models are ranked amongst the best in Large Sensor Superzoom cameras. Out of 10 cameras in this class, Panasonic FZ1000 II is ranked #2 with an overall score of 72 and Leica V-Lux 5 is ranked #9 with an overall score of 66.

Here is a brief look at the main features of Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Panasonic FZ1000 II Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2019-02-18
  • 20MP - 1″ BSI-CMOS Sensor
  • ISO 125 - 12800 ( expands to 80 - 25600)
  • 25-400 mm F2.8-4.0 Zoom Lens
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • 2360k dot Electronic viewfinder
  • 12.0fps continuous shooting
  • 4K (UHD) - 3840x2160 video resolution
  • 120fps High-Speed Video
  • Built-in Wireless
  • 808g. 136 x 97 x 132 mm
  • Replaced Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 Compare

Leica V-Lux 5 Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2020-01-17
  • 20MP - 1″ BSI-CMOS Sensor
  • ISO 80 - 12500 ( expands to 25000)
  • 25-400 mm F2.8-4 Zoom Lens
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • 2360k dot Electronic viewfinder
  • 12.0fps continuous shooting
  • 4K (UHD) - 3840 x 2160 video resolution
  • Built-in Wireless
  • 812g. 137 x 97 x 132 mm
  • Replaced Leica V-Lux 4 Compare

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5 compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.


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Reasons to choose Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II over Leica V-Lux 5
Max ISO
12.800 vs 12.500 2% higher Max ISO
Weight
808 g vs 812 g 4 g lighter
Timelapse Recording
Yes vs No creative shooting
4K Photo Mode
Yes vs No Extract 8MP photos from 4K Video
Focus Bracketing
Yes vs No Take multiple photos shifting focus point
Focus Stacking
Yes vs No Stacks photos in-camera to maximize depth of field
Post Focus Mode
Yes vs No Change focus point after taking a shot
UHS Card Support
UHS-I vs none Read/Write in High Speeds
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Reasons to choose Leica V-Lux 5 over Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II
Battery Life
360 shots vs 350 shots 10 more frames with a single charge
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Common Strengths of Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5
Wireless Connection
Yes vs Yes Better connectivity
Bluetooth Connection
Yes vs Yes Connect to other devices via Bluetooth
Image Stabilization
Optical vs Optical Sharper images at longer focal lengths and long exposures
Adjustable LCD Screen
Fully Articulated vs Fully Articulated Flexible shooting positions
Built-in Flash
Yes vs Yes Useful in low-light
External Flash Shoe
Yes vs Yes Better for flash photography
Touch Screen
Yes vs Yes Easy control of camera functions
Viewfinder
Yes (Electronic) vs Yes (Electronic) Better framing and control
RAW Support
Yes vs Yes Better image quality
Face Detection Focus
Yes vs Yes very handy for portraits
Max Resolution
20 MP vs 20 MP Bigger prints and more details
LCD Screen Resolution
1.240k dots vs 1.240k dots High resolution screens
Continuous Shooting
12.0fps vs 12.0fps Fast shooting speeds
Manual Focusing
Yes vs Yes both have manual focusing modes
Manual Exposure
Yes vs Yes better exposure control
Microphone Port
Yes vs Yes High quality audio recording option
Focal Length - Tele
400mm vs 400mm Very good Telezoom
AE Bracketing
Yes vs Yes Useful for tough lighting conditions and HDR
Selfie/Vlogger Friendly LCD
Yes vs Yes Rotate LCD for taking Selfies
Smartphone Remote
Yes vs Yes Remote control your camera with a smartphone
Common Weaknesses of Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5
Environmental Sealing
No vs No not suitable for tough conditions
Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Leica V-Lux 5: Physical Specs and Body features Comparison

Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs. In this section, We are going to illustrate Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FZ1000 II has external dimensions of 136 x 97 x 132 mm (5.35 x 3.82 x 5.2″) and weighs 808 g (1.78 lb / 28.50 oz) (including batteries). 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).

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5.

Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Leica V-Lux 5 Camera Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View

Here is the back view size comparison of Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5.

Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Leica V-Lux 5 Camera Size Comparison - Back View
Comparison image of Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5 Size and Weight - Back View

Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5.
Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Leica V-Lux 5 Camera Size Comparison - Top View
Top View Comparison image of Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5 Size

Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day. Panasonic FZ1000 II is 4g lighter than the Leica V-Lux 5 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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FZ1000 II
V-Lux 5
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Weather Sealing

Unfortunately neither Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II nor Leica V-Lux 5 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, 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

Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3.00".

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 Selfie shots and video.
Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Leica V-Lux 5: Sensor Comparison

Both Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5 have 1″ sized 20.0 MP resolution sensors so sensor size and resolution is not a differentiator between these two cameras.

Below you can see the FZ1000 II and V-Lux 5 sensor size comparison.

Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Leica V-Lux 5 Sensor Size Comparison
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5 Cameras


Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5 have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture.

Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Leica V-Lux 5 Lens Specs Comparison

Panasonic FZ1000 II features a 25-400 mm F2.8-4.0 16x zoom lens whereas Leica V-Lux 5 features a 25-400 mm F2.8-4 16x zoom lens.

Both cameras have a wide angle coverage of 25mm and have the same max aperture of f2.80 at this focal length. Both cameras have a tele angle reach of 400mm and have the same max aperture of f4.00 at this focal length.

Wide Coverage

DSLR-Like Cameras

FZ1000 II
V-Lux 5
Widest - Samsung WB2200F
Average
Telezoom

DSLR-Like Cameras

FZ1000 II
V-Lux 5
Longest - Nikon P1000
Average
Max Aperture at Tele

DSLR-Like Cameras

FZ1000 II
V-Lux 5
Fastest - Olympus 1
Average
Max Aperture at Wide

DSLR-Like Cameras

FZ1000 II
V-Lux 5
Fastest - Sony RX10 III
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What types of Photography are Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5 Good for?
In this section, we rank and compare Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5 for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.

Panasonic FZ1000 II for Portrait Photography

AVERAGE

Leica V-Lux 5 for Portrait Photography

AVERAGE
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Average Ergonomics&Handling
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Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Average Ergonomics&Handling
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Panasonic FZ1000 II for Street Photography

EXCELLENT

Leica V-Lux 5 for Street Photography

EXCELLENT
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Fully Articulated LCD Screen
Fast Lens at Wide: f2.80
25 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Medium sized Body
Read the details
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Fully Articulated LCD Screen
Fast Lens at Wide: f2.80
25 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Medium sized Body
Read the details

Panasonic FZ1000 II for Sports Photography

GOOD

Leica V-Lux 5 for Sports Photography

AVERAGE
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Fast Continuous Shooting: 12.0fps
Fast Max shutter speed: 1/4000s
49 Focus Points
Wireless Connection
400 mm Tele Lens
Fast Lens at Tele: f4.00
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
Read the details
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Fast Continuous Shooting: 12.0fps
Fast Max shutter speed: 1/4000s
49 Focus Points
Wireless Connection
400 mm Tele Lens
Fast Lens at Tele: f4.00
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
Read the details

Panasonic FZ1000 II for Daily Photography

GOOD

Leica V-Lux 5 for Daily Photography

GOOD
RAW shooting capability
16.0X Optical Zoom
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Medium size Body
808g
Body Thickness 132mm
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RAW shooting capability
16.0X Optical Zoom
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Medium size Body
812g
Body Thickness 132mm
Read the details

Panasonic FZ1000 II for Landscape Photography

AVERAGE

Leica V-Lux 5 for Landscape Photography

AVERAGE
Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
25 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
No Environmental Sealings
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Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
25 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
No Environmental Sealings
Read the details

Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Leica V-Lux 5: OUR DECISION

You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far but in case you wonder how we rated Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5, below you can find their scores in five different aspects. Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 69 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.

Here is a summary of how Panasonic FZ1000 II and Leica V-Lux 5 scores compare:

Panasonic FZ1000 II
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #2 out of 113 in SLR-like (bridge) cameras
Ranked #138 out of 1243 in all Cameras
Leica V-Lux 5
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #10 out of 113 in SLR-like (bridge) cameras
Ranked #218 out of 1243 in all Cameras

Panasonic FZ1000 II has a higher Overall Score than the Leica V-Lux 5 and would be our choice if we have to decide between these two cameras.

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Leica V-Lux 5 vs Panasonic FZ1000 II Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II Leica V-Lux 5
Brand Panasonic Leica
Announced 2019-02-18 2020-01-17
Body Type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor
Type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Size 1″ 1″
Dimensions 13.2 x 8.8 mm 13.2 x 8.8 mm)
Area 116.16mm2 116.16mm2
Megapixels 20 megapixels 20 megapixels
Max Resolution 5472 x 3648 5472 x 3648
Max Native Light sensitivity 12,800 ISO 12,500 ISO
Max Boosted Light Sensitivity 25600 ISO 25000 ISO
Min Native Light sensitivity 125 ISO 80 ISO
Min Boosted Light Sensitivity 80 ISO -
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Number of Focus Points 49 49
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens Focal Range 25-400 mm (16x) 25-400 mm (16x)
Max Aperture F2.8-4.0 F2.8-4
Macro Focus Range 3cm 3cm
Screen
Type Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Size 3.00" 3.00"
Resolution 1,240k dots 1,240k dots
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder Resolution 2,360k dots 2,360k dots
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.74x n/a
Photography Features
Max Mechanical Shutter 1/4000s 1/4000s
Max Electronic Shutter 1/16000s 1/16000s
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Custom White Balance
Built-in Image Stabilization Optical Optical
Built-in Flash
Flash Range 13.50 m (with Auto ISO) 13.50 m (with Auto ISO)
External Flash
Continuous Shooting 12.0 fps 12.0 fps
Multi-Segment Metering
Average Metering
Spot Metering
Partial Metering
AF-Area Metering
Center Weighted Metering
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Video Features
Max Video Resolution 3840x2160 3840 x 2160
Video Formats MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity Built-In Built-In
HDMI
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Weight 808g 812g
Dimensions 136 x 97 x 132mm 137 x 97 x 132mm
Battery Life 350 shots 360 shots
Other Features
Timelapse Recording
GPS None None
DxO Sensor Scores
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