Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 40

In this article, we are matching up the Kodak Z981 vs Leica V-Lux 40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Kodak and Leica. The resolution of the Z981 (14MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Z981 was launched 22 months prior to the V-Lux 40 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z981 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z981 grades vs the V-Lux 40 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z981 & Leica V-Lux 40. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Z981 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z981 offers outer measurements of 124mm x 85mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 40 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Z981 compared to the V-Lux 40.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z981 and V-Lux 40 is 66 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The picture below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z981 and V-Lux 40.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged Z981 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.