Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon S4300

In this write-up, we are looking at the Leica V-Lux 40 and Nikon S4300, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the S4300 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was revealed 4 months after the S4300 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the V-Lux 40 matches up versus the S4300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 & Nikon Coolpix S4300. The full galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Nikon S4300 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 40 features outside 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 S4300 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 40 and Nikon S4300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the S4300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and S4300 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The picture below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 40 and S4300.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S4300 to resolve more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively.