Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W
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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 Ricoh WG-30W 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
- Released May 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced October 2014
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W Overview
Here, we are matching up the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Ricoh. The image resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the WG-30W (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The V-Lux 40 was unveiled 3 years prior to the WG-30W and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the V-Lux 40 matches up versus the WG-30W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 40 & Ricoh WG-30W. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Ricoh WG-30W
V-Lux 40 | WG-30W | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Leica V-Lux 40
WG-30W | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Introduced | October 2014 | ![]() | May 2012 | More recent by 29 months |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Ricoh WG-30W
V-Lux 40 | WG-30W | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 40 has got physical 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-30W has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W 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)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 40 against the WG-30W.
![Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W size comparison Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-40-vs-Ricoh-WG-30W-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and WG-30W is 92 and 91 respectively.
![Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W top view buttons comparison Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-40-vs-Ricoh-WG-30W-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 40 and WG-30W.
As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-30W to produce extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older V-Lux 40 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
![Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W sensor size comparison Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-V-Lux-40-vs-Ricoh-WG-30W-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica V-Lux 40 vs Ricoh WG-30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-V-Lux-40-vs-Ricoh-WG-30W-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 Ricoh WG-30W Specifications
Leica V-Lux 40 | Ricoh WG-30W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Ricoh |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 40 | Ricoh WG-30W |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-05-10 | 2014-10-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 210g (0.46 lb) | 194g (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $699 | $280 |