Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung SL30

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung SL30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Leica and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and SL30 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was announced 3 years later than the SL30 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the V-Lux 40 matches up against the SL30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung SL30. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 40 has external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Samsung SL30 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the V-Lux 40 vs the SL30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and SL30 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 40 and SL30.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Leica V-Lux 40 to offer greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 40 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.