Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic SZ3

Lets examine more closely at the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Panasonic SZ3, former is 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 SZ3 (16MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was unveiled 8 months before the SZ3 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the V-Lux 40 grades vs the SZ3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 40 enjoys outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Panasonic SZ3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 40 and the SZ3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and SZ3 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and SZ3.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ3 to resolve extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 40 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.