Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FZ40

Here, we are evaluating the Leica V-Lux 30 vs Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 30 (14MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 30 was launched 11 months later than the FZ40 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the V-Lux 30 grades versus the FZ40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 30 has outer dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ40 has proportions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 30 compared to the FZ40.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 30 and FZ40 is 90 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The visual underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 30 and FZ40.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures though you need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern V-Lux 30 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.