Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-1

The following is a extended analysis of the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Pentax WG-1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Leica and Pentax. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was manufactured 16 months after the WG-1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the V-Lux 40 grades against the WG-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 40 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The entire galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 40 provides external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 40 against the WG-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and WG-1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 40 and WG-1.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer V-Lux 40 will have an edge in sensor technology.