Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus 7040

On this page, we will be analyzing the Leica V-Lux 40 and Olympus 7040, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the 7040 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was announced 2 years later than the 7040 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the V-Lux 40 matches up vs the 7040 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 40 & Olympus Stylus 7040. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Olympus 7040 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 40 enjoys exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Olympus 7040 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 40 and Olympus 7040 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 40 against the 7040.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and 7040 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and 7040.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos but you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The newer V-Lux 40 should have a benefit in sensor tech.