Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic LX3

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Panasonic LX3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the V-Lux 40 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") feature totally different sensor size.

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The V-Lux 40 was brought out 3 years later than the LX3 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the V-Lux 40 matches up against the LX3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 features outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Panasonic LX3 has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Look at the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Panasonic LX3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 40 and the LX3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and LX3 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The photograph below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and LX3.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The V-Lux 40 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Leica V-Lux 40 will offer you more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger V-Lux 40 will have an edge in sensor innovation.