CNET Asia have just posted their take on the Leica V-Lux 20, Leica’s latest compact camera, feauturing a 12x 25-300mm zoom lens, 12 megapixels and a GPS module. The camera is technically a re-branded Panasonic TZ10/ZS7, which has the same features, but comes with extended warranty, a copy of the latest Photoshop Elements and slightly tweaked firmware.

In their review, CNET Asia compare the V-Lux 20 to its cheaper Panasonic sibling, and the results are quite interesting (but no spoilers here, as you might want to read the review yourself! :-))

Their bottom line: “The V-Lux 20 is a good compact for shutterbugs who want to try out a Leica camera. It is also one of the most affordable offerings from the acclaimed German camera maker.”

Read the full CNET Asia review of the Leica V-Lux 20 here.