Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus 1s

On this page, we are reviewing the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus 1s, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Leica and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the 1s (12MP) is fairly close but the V-Lux 40 (1/2.3") and 1s (1/1.7") boast different sensor sizing.

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The V-Lux 40 was introduced 3 years before the 1s which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera and the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the V-Lux 40 matches up vs the 1s for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 & Olympus Stylus 1s. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Olympus 1s Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 offers physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Olympus 1s has proportions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus 1s in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 40 and the 1s.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and 1s is 92 and 79 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and 1s.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The V-Lux 40 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Leica V-Lux 40 will render greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 40 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.