Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus TG-810

Below is a extended comparison of the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus TG-810, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the TG-810 (14MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was launched 9 months later than the TG-810 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the V-Lux 40 grades vs the TG-810 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 & Olympus TG-810. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Olympus TG-810 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 40 enjoys physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-810 has sizing of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the TG-810.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and TG-810 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and TG-810.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer V-Lux 40 will have an advantage in sensor tech.