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 FX48 and Leica V-Lux 20 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FX48 has external dimensions of 95 x 53 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.09 x 0.87″) and weighs 150 g (0.33 lb / 5.29 oz) (including batteries). 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).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Panasonic FX48 and Leica V-Lux 20. Panasonic FX48 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 7mm shorter and 11mm thinner than Leica V-Lux 20.
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Comparison image of Panasonic FX48 and Leica V-Lux 20 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Panasonic FX48 and Leica V-Lux 20.
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Comparison image of Panasonic FX48 and Leica V-Lux 20 Size and Weight - Back View
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FX48 is significantly lighter (68g ) than the Leica V-Lux 20 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 (Lumix DMC-FX40) nor Leica V-Lux 20 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 Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Leica V-Lux 20's 3" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic FX48's 2.5" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.