Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony WX300

Here, we are comparing the Leica V-Lux 40 and Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 40 was brought out 9 months before the WX300 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the V-Lux 40 grades versus the WX300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 40 has physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Leica V-Lux 40 and Sony WX300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the V-Lux 40 vs the WX300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 40 and WX300 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 40 and WX300.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony WX300 to produce greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older V-Lux 40 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.