Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon S8200

Here, we will be looking at the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was introduced 9 months after the S8200 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the V-Lux 40 grades against the S8200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 40 & Nikon Coolpix S8200. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Nikon S8200 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 40 features exterior 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 S8200 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 40 versus the S8200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and S8200 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The image below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and S8200.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon S8200 to provide more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 40 should have an advantage in sensor tech.