Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon S8100

Let's look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Nikon S8100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Leica and Nikon. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was manufactured 21 months after the S8100 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the V-Lux 40 scores against the S8100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The entire galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 40 enjoys outer 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 S8100 has dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Nikon S8100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 40 vs the S8100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and S8100 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and S8100.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Leica V-Lux 40 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger V-Lux 40 provides an edge in sensor tech.