Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony HX9V

Below is a complete review of the Leica V-Lux 40 and Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. The resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was launched 10 months later than the HX9V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the V-Lux 40 grades versus the HX9V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 40 provides outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 40 and Sony HX9V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the V-Lux 40 against the HX9V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 40 and HX9V is 92 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The photograph below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 40 and HX9V.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX9V to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern V-Lux 40 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.