Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB700

In this article, we are looking at the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Samsung WB700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Samsung. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was brought out 17 months later than the WB700 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the V-Lux 40 scores against the WB700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 40 and Samsung WB700. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 40 provides external 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) whilst the Samsung WB700 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 40 versus the WB700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and WB700 is 92 and 98 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and WB700.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger V-Lux 40 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.