Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Following is a complete assessment of the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was launched 9 months prior to the Galaxy Camera and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the V-Lux 40 grades versus the Galaxy Camera in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 40 offers 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) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung Galaxy Camera in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and Galaxy Camera is 92 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and Galaxy Camera.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 40 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.