Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony HX1
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony HX1 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
- Announced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Launched April 2009
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony HX1 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Leica V-Lux 40 and Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the V-Lux 40 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") feature different sensor measurements.
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe V-Lux 40 was released 3 years after the HX1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the V-Lux 40 matches up vs the HX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony HX1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica V-Lux 40 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Sony HX1
V-Lux 40 | HX1 | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | April 2009 | Newer by 38 months | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Leica V-Lux 40
HX1 | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Sony HX1
V-Lux 40 | HX1 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 has external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony HX1 has proportions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 40 and Sony HX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the HX1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and HX1 is 92 and 67 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The image here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and HX1.
To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The V-Lux 40 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Leica V-Lux 40 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 40 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony HX1 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 40 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 40 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-05-10 | 2009-04-22 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | 9.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1440x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 210g (0.46 lbs) | 544g (1.20 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $699 | $47,999 |