Canon G15 vs Leica V-Lux 40

Lets look more in depth at the Canon G15 vs Leica V-Lux 40, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the G15 (1/1.7") and V-Lux 40 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G15 was unveiled 5 months later than the V-Lux 40 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the G15 matches up vs the V-Lux 40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G15 and Leica V-Lux 40. The full galleries are viewable at Canon G15 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon G15 provides external dimensions of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 40 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Canon G15 vs Leica V-Lux 40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G15 against the V-Lux 40.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G15 and V-Lux 40 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G15 and V-Lux 40.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G15 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Leica V-Lux 40 will provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively.