Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony HX90V

Lets look more closely at the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Leica and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and HX90V (18MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was unveiled 3 years before the HX90V which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the V-Lux 40 scores versus the HX90V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 40 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Leica V-Lux 40 offers outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony HX90V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 40 against the HX90V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and HX90V is 92 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The image here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 40 and HX90V.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX90V to produce more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged V-Lux 40 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.