Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony HX10V

Below, we will be analyzing the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and HX10V (18MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was released 3 months later than the HX10V and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the V-Lux 40 scores vs the HX10V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 40 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 provides 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) while the Sony HX10V has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Sony HX10V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the V-Lux 40 and the HX10V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and HX10V is 92 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and HX10V.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony HX10V to produce more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.