Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic SZ1

Below, we are matching up the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Panasonic SZ1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was announced 5 months after the SZ1 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the V-Lux 40 scores versus the SZ1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 40 provides 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) and the Panasonic SZ1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

See the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Panasonic SZ1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 40 vs the SZ1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and SZ1 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The picture below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 40 and SZ1.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ1 to give you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively.