Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon S33

Here, we are comparing the Leica V-Lux 40 and Nikon S33, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Nikon. The image resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the S33 (13MP) is fairly close but the V-Lux 40 (1/2.3") and S33 (1/3.1") posses totally different sensor size.

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The V-Lux 40 was revealed 3 years prior to the S33 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the V-Lux 40 scores vs the S33 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 and Nikon Coolpix S33. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Nikon S33 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 40 has outside 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 S33 has specifications of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

See the Leica V-Lux 40 and Nikon S33 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 40 versus the S33.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and S33 is 92 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The pic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and S33.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The V-Lux 40 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica V-Lux 40 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 40 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.