Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony S980

Here, we will be evaluating the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony S980, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the S980 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was introduced 3 years later than the S980 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the V-Lux 40 grades versus the S980 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 40 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 features 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 S980 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony S980 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 40 and the S980.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and S980 is 92 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and S980.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Leica V-Lux 40 to resolve extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger V-Lux 40 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.