Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon S6200
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon S6200 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
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched August 2011

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon S6200 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Nikon S6200, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the S6200 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 40 was manufactured 9 months after the S6200 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the V-Lux 40 matches up versus the S6200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon S6200 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 and Nikon Coolpix S6200. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Nikon S6200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Nikon S6200
V-Lux 40 | S6200 | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 9 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Leica V-Lux 40
S6200 | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Nikon S6200
V-Lux 40 | S6200 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon S6200 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 40 offers physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Nikon S6200 has dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Nikon S6200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the S6200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and S6200 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon S6200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The picture below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and S6200.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S6200 to give more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger V-Lux 40 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon S6200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon S6200 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 40 | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 40 | Nikon Coolpix S6200 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-05-10 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.2-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 210 gr (0.46 pounds) | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 shots | 250 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $699 | $229 |