Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-20
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93 Imaging
38 Features
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed May 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Released February 2014

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Ricoh WG-20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Leica and Ricoh. The image resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 40 was announced 21 months before the WG-20 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the V-Lux 40 grades against the WG-20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 40 & Ricoh WG-20. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Ricoh WG-20
V-Lux 40 | WG-20 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Leica V-Lux 40
WG-20 | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | May 2012 | Fresher by 21 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Ricoh WG-20
V-Lux 40 | WG-20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 40 has external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Ricoh WG-20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 40 against the WG-20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and WG-20 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The graphic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and WG-20.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older V-Lux 40 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 40 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Ricoh |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 40 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-05-10 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | 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 distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 210g (0.46 lb) | 164g (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $699 | $370 |