Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic FH2

On this page, we will be contrasting the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Panasonic FH2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was unveiled 17 months after the FH2 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the V-Lux 40 matches up vs the FH2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 40 comes with outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Panasonic FH2 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Panasonic FH2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the FH2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and FH2 is 92 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 40 and FH2.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher V-Lux 40 should have an advantage in sensor technology.