Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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![Leica V-Lux 40 front Leica V-Lux 40 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-V-Lux-40/Leica-V-Lux-40-front.jpg)
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Revealed May 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2012
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Leica and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The V-Lux 40 was unveiled 4 months later than the WG-2 GPS so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the V-Lux 40 scores vs the WG-2 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 40 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
V-Lux 40 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Leica V-Lux 40
WG-2 GPS | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
V-Lux 40 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 has got outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Contrast the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 40 and the WG-2 GPS.
![Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS size comparison Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-40-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and WG-2 GPS is 92 and 91 respectively.
![Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS top view buttons comparison Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-40-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 40 and WG-2 GPS.
As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Pentax WG-2 GPS to give you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.
![Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS sensor size comparison Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-V-Lux-40-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-40-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Leica V-Lux 40 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Pentax |
Model | Leica V-Lux 40 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-05-10 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m | 5.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 210g (0.46 lbs) | 198g (0.44 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photos | 260 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $699 | $300 |