Leica V-Lux 3 vs Olympus 7040

Here, we are evaluating the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Olympus 7040, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and the 7040 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was revealed 24 months later than the 7040 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus 7040 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the V-Lux 3 scores versus the 7040 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 3 and Olympus Stylus 7040. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Olympus 7040 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 3 offers outer measurements of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Olympus 7040 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Olympus 7040 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 3 versus the 7040.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 3 and 7040 is 67 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 3 and 7040.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus 7040 to resolve more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 3 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.