Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic FH20
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic FH20 Key Specs
(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
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS30
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic FH20 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Panasonic FH20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe V-Lux 40 was unveiled 2 years after the FH20 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the V-Lux 40 scores vs the FH20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic FH20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Panasonic FH20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Panasonic FH20
V-Lux 40 | FH20 | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | January 2010 | More modern by 29 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Leica V-Lux 40
FH20 | V-Lux 40 |
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Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic FH20
V-Lux 40 | FH20 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic FH20 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 40 provides physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Panasonic FH20 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Panasonic FH20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 40 against the FH20.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and FH20 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic FH20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 40 and FH20.
As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you really should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent V-Lux 40 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic FH20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 40 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Panasonic |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 40 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-FS30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-05-10 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 210 gr (0.46 lbs) | 178 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $699 | $179 |