Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon P530

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon P530, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the P530 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was manufactured 21 months earlier than the P530 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the V-Lux 40 scores vs the P530 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 40 and Nikon Coolpix P530. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Nikon P530 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 40 features external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Nikon P530 has sizing of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 40 vs the P530.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and P530 is 92 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 40 and P530.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon P530 to give extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 40 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.