Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony HX400V

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Leica and Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The V-Lux 40 was released 21 months prior to the HX400V making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the V-Lux 40 matches up against the HX400V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 40 offers physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Check out the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Sony HX400V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the V-Lux 40 compared to the HX400V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and HX400V is 92 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 40 and HX400V.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony HX400V to give more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 40 is going to be behind in sensor tech.