Casio EX-H10 vs Leica V-Lux 40

In this article, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-H10 and Leica V-Lux 40, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Leica. The image resolution of the EX-H10 (12MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-H10 was launched 3 years prior to the V-Lux 40 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-H10 scores against the V-Lux 40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-H10 & Leica V-Lux 40. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H10 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-H10 offers physical dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 40 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-H10 against the V-Lux 40.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H10 and V-Lux 40 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H10 and V-Lux 40.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Leica V-Lux 40 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older EX-H10 will be behind in sensor technology.