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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Leica V-Lux 40

Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
51
Overall
43
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 front
 
Leica V-Lux 40 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
48
Overall
41

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR400
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
  • Revealed January 2013
Leica V-Lux 40
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
  • Released May 2012
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Overview

Here, we are comparing the Casio EX-ZR400 and Leica V-Lux 40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Casio and Leica. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was manufactured 9 months after the V-Lux 40 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-ZR400 scores against the V-Lux 40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Leica V-Lux 40

 EX-ZR400 V-Lux 40 
ReleasedJanuary 2013May 2012More modern by 9 months
Focus manually More accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Casio EX-ZR400

 V-Lux 40 EX-ZR400 
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Leica V-Lux 40

 EX-ZR400 V-Lux 40 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display dimensions
Display resolution461k461kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR400 comes with exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 40 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZR400 and Leica V-Lux 40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR400 vs the V-Lux 40.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Leica V-Lux 40 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR400 and V-Lux 40 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Leica V-Lux 40 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and V-Lux 40.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR400 to render greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR400 should have an edge in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Leica V-Lux 40 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 as a Portrait photography camera
Leica V-Lux 40 as a Portrait photography camera
39
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (16MP)
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
35
megapixel count good (14MP)
features face detection focusing
manual focus not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 Street photography factors
Leica V-Lux 40 Street photography factors
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (205g)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
65
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus via touch
lighter than competitors (210 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 Sports photography info
Leica V-Lux 40 Sports photography info
57
incredible zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
fast continuous shooting (30.0 fps)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
good battery pack (500 CIPA)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
47
excellent zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
features tracking autofocus
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
low battery power (210 shots)
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZR400
Travel photography with Leica V-Lux 40
71
good battery pack (500 CIPA)
lighter than competition (205g)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
long reach (300mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
does not have selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
68
lighter than competitors (210 grams)
provides focus via touch
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
quite wide (24mm)
long reach (480mm)
does not have Timelapse function
low battery power (210 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 Landscape photography details
Leica V-Lux 40 Landscape photography details
52
you can focus manually
pretty wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
good battery pack (500 CIPA)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
42
quite wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
low battery power (210 shots)
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 Vlogging factors
Leica V-Lux 40 Vlogging factors
33
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (205g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not have selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external mic jack
35
quite wide (24mm)
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors (210 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have external microphone port
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR400 and Leica V-Lux 40
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR400Leica V-Lux 40
General Information
Brand Casio Leica
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 Leica V-Lux 40
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2013-01-29 2012-05-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine HS -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 23
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-300mm (12.5x) 24-480mm (20.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.3-6.4
Macro focusing distance 1cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 461 thousand dot 461 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech Super Clear TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 15 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 30.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.70 m 6.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 205g (0.45 pounds) 210g (0.46 pounds)
Physical dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 500 images 210 images
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-130 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $0 $699