Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung EX2F

Below, we are matching up the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung EX2F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is fairly comparable but the V-Lux 40 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") feature different sensor sizing.

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The V-Lux 40 was revealed 7 months earlier than the EX2F and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the V-Lux 40 scores vs the EX2F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 has outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has proportions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Examine the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung EX2F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 40 versus the EX2F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and EX2F is 92 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 40 and EX2F.

Clearly, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The V-Lux 40 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Leica V-Lux 40 will show more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older V-Lux 40 will be behind in sensor tech.