• 1/2.33 inch 28.2mm2
  • 14.1 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 480.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1 inch 115.3mm2
  • 14.2 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 12,800

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Differences

Leica V-LUX 40 advantages over Nikon S2

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone

Nikon S2 advantages over Leica V-LUX 40

  • Larger sensor
    1 inch vs 1/2.33 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Slower slow-motion
    1200 fps vs 220 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 2.85 vs 1.42 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Longer exposure
    30 vs 15 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    60.0 fps vs 10.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Leica V-LUX 30

Leica V-LUX 40
Leica V-LUX 30
  • $1300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $1300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Longer exposure
  • Bigger JPEG buffer

Compare Leica V-LUX 40 vs Leica V-LUX 30

Nikon S2
Leica V-LUX 30
  • $399
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Longer exposure

Compare Nikon S2 vs Leica V-LUX 30

Compared to Panasonic ZS25

Leica V-LUX 40
Panasonic ZS25
  • $1300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Faster JPEG shooting
  • $470
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Longer exposure

Compare Leica V-LUX 40 vs Panasonic ZS25

Nikon S2
Panasonic ZS25
  • $399
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $470
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon S2 vs Panasonic ZS25

Compared to Nikon S9500

Leica V-LUX 40
Nikon S9500
  • $1300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Longer exposure
  • $470
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Leica V-LUX 40 vs Nikon S9500

Nikon S2
Nikon S9500
  • $399
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $470
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion

Compare Nikon S2 vs Nikon S9500

Compared to Pentax Q7

Leica V-LUX 40
Pentax Q7
  • $1300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $380
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Leica V-LUX 40 vs Pentax Q7

Nikon S2
Pentax Q7
  • $399
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $380
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon S2 vs Pentax Q7

Compared to Pentax Q-S1

Leica V-LUX 40
Pentax Q-S1
  • $1300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $350
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Leica V-LUX 40 vs Pentax Q-S1

Nikon S2
Pentax Q-S1
  • $399
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $350
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

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