Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic FZ100

Below is a extended overview of the Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was brought out 22 months later than the FZ100 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the V-Lux 40 scores against the FZ100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 40 offers exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ100 has measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic FZ100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the FZ100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and FZ100 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and FZ100.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer V-Lux 40 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.