Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic ZS30

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Leica and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was introduced 8 months prior to the ZS30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the V-Lux 40 grades vs the ZS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 40 has got exterior 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 ZS30 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Panasonic ZS30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 40 versus the ZS30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and ZS30 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The visual underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and ZS30.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS30 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older V-Lux 40 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.