Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon A1000

Here is a comprehensive review of the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon A1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the A1000 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was launched 7 years earlier than the A1000 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the V-Lux 40 scores against the A1000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 40 & Nikon Coolpix A1000. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Nikon A1000 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 40 has physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Nikon A1000 has specifications of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the A1000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and A1000 is 92 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and A1000.

To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon A1000 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older V-Lux 40 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.