Leica V-Lux 40 vs Pentax XG-1

On this page, we are looking at the Leica V-Lux 40 and Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Leica and Pentax. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was announced 3 years earlier than the XG-1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the V-Lux 40 scores versus the XG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 & Pentax XG-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 40 enjoys outside measurements 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 Pentax XG-1 has dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Check the Leica V-Lux 40 and Pentax XG-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 40 vs the XG-1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and XG-1 is 92 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The pic below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and XG-1.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax XG-1 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 40 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.