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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus VR-320

Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
48
Overall
41
Leica V-Lux 40 front
 
Olympus VR-320 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
35
Overall
36

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus VR-320 Key Specs

Leica V-Lux 40
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
  • Revealed May 2012
Olympus VR-320
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
  • Introduced July 2011
  • Successor is Olympus VR-330
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus VR-320 Overview

On this page, we are matching up the Leica V-Lux 40 and Olympus VR-320, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the VR-320 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was revealed 10 months later than the VR-320 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the V-Lux 40 scores versus the VR-320 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Olympus VR-320

 V-Lux 40 VR-320 
IntroducedMay 2012July 2011Fresher by 10 months
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the Leica V-Lux 40

 VR-320 V-Lux 40 

Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Olympus VR-320

 V-Lux 40 VR-320 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display sizing
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus VR-320 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 40 enjoys 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) whilst the Olympus VR-320 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 40 and Olympus VR-320 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 40 against the VR-320.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus VR-320 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and VR-320 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus VR-320 top view buttons comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus VR-320 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 40 and VR-320.

Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you should always consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent V-Lux 40 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus VR-320 sensor size comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus VR-320 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus VR-320 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Portrait photography information
Olympus VR-320 Portrait photography information
35
MP count good (14 megapixels)
features face detect focus
manual focus not available
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
33
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
offers face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Street photography advice
Olympus VR-320 Street photography advice
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes touch to focus
lighter than competitors (210 grams)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others in class (158g)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Sports photography factors
Olympus VR-320 Sports photography factors
47
amazing zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
features tracking focus
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery power (210 per charge)
does not have phase detect auto focus
47
long zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Travel photography features
Olympus VR-320 Travel photography features
68
lighter than competitors (210 grams)
includes touch to focus
MP count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (24mm)
long reach (480mm)
missing Timelapse recording
low battery power (210 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
70
lighter than others in class (158 grams)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
long zoom (300mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Landscape photography features
Olympus VR-320 Landscape photography features
42
fairly wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
low battery power (210 shots)
missing Timelapse recording
42
rather wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
manual exposure not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Vlogging factors
Olympus VR-320 Vlogging factors
35
fairly wide (24mm)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors (210g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
missing microphone jack
32
rather wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detection autofocus
lighter than others in class (158 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic support
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Olympus VR-320 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica V-Lux 40 and Olympus VR-320
 Leica V-Lux 40Olympus VR-320
General Information
Make Leica Olympus
Model Leica V-Lux 40 Olympus VR-320
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2012-05-10 2011-07-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - TruePic III
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 6400 1600
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 23 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-480mm (20.0x) 24-300mm (12.5x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-6.4 f/3.0-5.9
Macro focus distance 3cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 461 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 10.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 6.40 m 4.70 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, AVCHD Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 210 grams (0.46 lb) 158 grams (0.35 lb)
Physical dimensions 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 210 photos -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model - LI-42B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $699 $179