Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon S6100

The following is a extensive analysis of the Leica V-Lux 40 and Nikon S6100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the S6100 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was introduced 16 months after the S6100 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the V-Lux 40 matches up versus the S6100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 40 & Nikon Coolpix S6100. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Nikon S6100 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 40 offers outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Nikon S6100 has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 40 and the S6100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and S6100 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The image below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and S6100.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon S6100 to provide extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger V-Lux 40 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.