Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon P90
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon P90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Announced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 400g - 114 x 99 x 83mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Replaced the Nikon P80

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon P90 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the P90 (12MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 40 was manufactured 3 years later than the P90 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the V-Lux 40 scores versus the P90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon P90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 40 & Nikon Coolpix P90. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Nikon P90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Nikon P90
V-Lux 40 | P90 | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 40 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon P90 over the Leica V-Lux 40
P90 | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Nikon P90
V-Lux 40 | P90 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon P90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 40 features physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Nikon P90 has dimensions of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") along with a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).
Look at the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon P90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 40 versus the P90.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and P90 is 92 and 70 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon P90 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and P90.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Leica V-Lux 40 to give you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher V-Lux 40 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon P90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon P90 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 40 | Nikon Coolpix P90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 40 | Nikon Coolpix P90 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-05-10 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 210g (0.46 lbs) | 400g (0.88 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 114 x 99 x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $699 | $700 |