Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung TL220

The following is a in-depth overview of the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung TL220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Samsung. The image resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was released 2 years after the TL220 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the V-Lux 40 matches up vs the TL220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung TL220. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 40 has outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung TL220 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 40 and the TL220.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and TL220 is 92 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and TL220.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Leica V-Lux 40 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 40 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.