Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Let's take a deeper look at the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was manufactured 20 months before the Galaxy Camera 2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the V-Lux 40 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 40 comes with 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 40 and the Galaxy Camera 2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 92 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to produce greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older V-Lux 40 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.