Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic FH5

Here, we are matching up the Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic FH5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the FH5 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was brought out 17 months later than the FH5 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the V-Lux 40 matches up vs the FH5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Panasonic FH5 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 comes with 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) and the Panasonic FH5 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic FH5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the FH5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and FH5 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 40 and FH5.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH5 to show greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 40 will have an edge in sensor innovation.