Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon L840

The following is a extended comparison of the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Nikon L840, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the L840 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was announced 3 years before the L840 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera and the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the V-Lux 40 scores versus the L840 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 40 & Nikon Coolpix L840. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Nikon L840 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 40 provides outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Nikon L840 has specifications of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") and a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Nikon L840 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the L840.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and L840 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 40 and L840.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon L840 to give more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 40 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.