Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus SP-810 UZ

Following is a in depth overview of the Leica V-Lux 40 and Olympus SP-810 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the SP-810 UZ (14MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was launched 10 months after the SP-810 UZ and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the V-Lux 40 grades vs the SP-810 UZ with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 & Olympus SP-810 UZ. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 40 enjoys outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Olympus SP-810 UZ has dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the V-Lux 40 vs the SP-810 UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and SP-810 UZ is 92 and 78 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 40 and SP-810 UZ.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of files though you need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The younger V-Lux 40 will have an advantage in sensor technology.