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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
48
Overall
41
Leica V-Lux 40 front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Leica V-Lux 40
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
  • Launched May 2012
Ricoh G700SE
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
  • Introduced October 2010
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Leica V-Lux 40 and Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was introduced 20 months later than the G700SE making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the V-Lux 40 grades against the G700SE with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Ricoh G700SE

 V-Lux 40 G700SE 
IntroducedMay 2012October 2010Fresher by 20 months
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Leica V-Lux 40

 G700SE V-Lux 40 
Focus manually More accurate focus
Display resolution920k461kSharper display (+459k dot)

Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Ricoh G700SE

 V-Lux 40 G700SE 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display dimensions
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 features physical 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 Ricoh G700SE has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 40 and Ricoh G700SE in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 40 vs the G700SE.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and G700SE is 92 and 88 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and G700SE.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Leica V-Lux 40 to give you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The younger V-Lux 40 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Portrait photography factors
Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography factors
35
good resolution (14 megapixels)
includes face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
29
focusing manually
manual mode not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Street photography advice
Ricoh G700SE Street photography advice
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus by touch
lighter than competitors (210 grams)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
51
weather proof
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
more heavy than average (307 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Sports photography factors
Ricoh G700SE Sports photography factors
47
great zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
includes tracking focus
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (210 CIPA)
has no phase detect autofocus
25
weather proof
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Travel photography info
Ricoh G700SE Travel photography info
68
lighter than competitors (210g)
includes focus by touch
good resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
long zoom (480mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
not so great battery life (210 shots)
does not contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
59
weather proof
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
more heavy than average (307 grams)
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Landscape photography information
Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography information
42
fairly wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
not so great battery life (210 per charge)
lack of Timelapse mode
40
focusing manually
really wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
weather proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica V-Lux 40 Vlogging information
Ricoh G700SE Vlogging information
35
fairly wide (24mm)
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors (210g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not contain selfie friendly display
lack of microphone port
23
really wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
missing external microphone support
more heavy than average (307 grams)
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica V-Lux 40 and Ricoh G700SE
 Leica V-Lux 40Ricoh G700SE
General Information
Company Leica Ricoh
Model type Leica V-Lux 40 Ricoh G700SE
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Launched 2012-05-10 2010-10-13
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 23 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-480mm (20.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-6.4 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 3cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 461k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting rate 10.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 6.40 m 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video format MPEG-4, AVCHD -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn Optional
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 210 grams (0.46 lb) 307 grams (0.68 lb)
Dimensions 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 210 photos -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID - DB-60
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $699 $0