Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic S3

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Panasonic S3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the S3 (14MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was revealed 17 months later than the S3 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the V-Lux 40 scores against the S3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 40 comes with outside 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) while the Panasonic S3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Panasonic S3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 40 against the S3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and S3 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The visual here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 40 and S3.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you will need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent V-Lux 40 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.