Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon P900

Below is a in-depth review of the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Nikon P900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the P900 (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was released 3 years before the P900 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the V-Lux 40 scores against the P900 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 40 & Nikon Coolpix P900. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Nikon P900 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 offers external dimensions 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 P900 has proportions of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") accompanied by a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the P900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and P900 is 92 and 52 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 40 and P900.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon P900 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older V-Lux 40 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.