Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic S2

The following is a extended overview of the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic S2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the S2 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was launched 5 months after the S2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the V-Lux 40 matches up vs the S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 40 offers outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S2 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 40 and the S2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and S2 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 40 and S2.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you should always take the release date of the cameras into account.