Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ10W
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ10W 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
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Other Name is WB500

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ10W, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 40 was introduced 3 years after the HZ10W which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the V-Lux 40 scores versus the HZ10W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung HZ10W. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Samsung HZ10W
V-Lux 40 | HZ10W | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | May 2009 | More modern by 37 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Leica V-Lux 40
HZ10W | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung HZ10W
V-Lux 40 | HZ10W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 comes with exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
See the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ10W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 40 and the HZ10W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and HZ10W is 92 and 90 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and HZ10W.
All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Leica V-Lux 40 to give extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The younger V-Lux 40 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Leica V-Lux 40 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Samsung |
Model | Leica V-Lux 40 | Samsung HZ10W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB500 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-05-10 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2432 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 210 gr (0.46 pounds) | 249 gr (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $699 | $300 |