Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic FZ40

Below is a extensive overview of the Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was manufactured 22 months later than the FZ40 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the V-Lux 40 scores against the FZ40 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The entire galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 40 has got outer 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) whilst the Panasonic FZ40 has sizing of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic FZ40 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 40 versus the FZ40.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and FZ40 is 92 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and FZ40.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos however you should really take the age of the products into consideration. The younger V-Lux 40 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.