Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony WX70
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony WX70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released May 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 114g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony WX70 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony WX70, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the V-Lux 40 (14MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe V-Lux 40 was manufactured 4 months later than the WX70 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the V-Lux 40 scores versus the WX70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony WX70 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica V-Lux 40 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Sony WX70
V-Lux 40 | WX70 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX70 over the Leica V-Lux 40
WX70 | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 461k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 40 and Sony WX70
V-Lux 40 | WX70 | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | January 2012 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony WX70 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Leica V-Lux 40 has got outside measurements 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 WX70 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony WX70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 40 against the WX70.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 40 and WX70 is 92 and 97 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony WX70 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The visual below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the V-Lux 40 and WX70.
To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony WX70 to show extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively.
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Leica V-Lux 40 vs Sony WX70 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 40 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 40 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-05-10 | 2012-01-30 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 210g (0.46 pounds) | 114g (0.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $699 | $242 |