Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony W230

Following is a extensive analysis of the Leica V-Lux 40 versus Sony W230, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was released 3 years after the W230 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the V-Lux 40 grades against the W230 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica V-Lux 40 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 has exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony W230 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 40 against the W230.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and W230 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The image here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 40 and W230.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Leica V-Lux 40 to give more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher V-Lux 40 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.