Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung TL100

The following is a thorough analysis of the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung TL100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was released 3 years after the TL100 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the V-Lux 40 scores versus the TL100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 40 & Samsung TL100. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 40 has got exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 40 vs the TL100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and TL100 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and TL100.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Leica V-Lux 40 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 40 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.