Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L840
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L840 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 520g - 124 x 80 x 95mm
- Introduced September 2010
- Successor is Leica V-Lux 3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-855mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 538g - 114 x 89 x 96mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Replaced the Nikon L830
Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L840 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L840, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the L840 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe V-Lux 2 was revealed 5 years prior to the L840 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the V-Lux 2 matches up versus the L840 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L840 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon Coolpix L840. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Nikon L840 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 2 over the Nikon L840
V-Lux 2 | L840 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon L840 over the Leica V-Lux 2
L840 | V-Lux 2 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | September 2010 | Fresher by 53 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon L840
V-Lux 2 | L840 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L840 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 2 features physical measurements of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) and the Nikon L840 has specifications of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") along with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).
Compare the Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L840 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 2 against the L840.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 2 and L840 is 67 and 67 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L840 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 2 and L840.
As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L840 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older V-Lux 2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L840 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 2 | Nikon Coolpix L840 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Nikon |
Model | Leica V-Lux 2 | Nikon Coolpix L840 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-09-21 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 23-855mm (37.2x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.0-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 7.4 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.50 m | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 520g (1.15 pounds) | 538g (1.19 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 80 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 114 x 89 x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 590 pictures |
Battery format | - | AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $1,000 | $400 |