Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

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.

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.

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.

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.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and WG-2 GPS is 92 and 91 respectively.

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.