| General | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Leica | Leica |
| Model | V-Lux 40 | V-Lux 3 |
| Predecessor Model | Leica V-Lux 2 | |
| Successor Model | Leica V-Lux 4 | |
| MSRP | $699/£550 (inc VAT) | |
| Camera Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | Standard Compact | Bridge |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.33-inch | 1/2.3-inch |
| Sensor Dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56 mm | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
| Total Pixels | 15.3 Megapixel | 12.8 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 14.1 Megapixel | 12.1 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 6,400 | 100 - 6,400 |
| Photo | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Image Resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Other Resolutions | 4320 x 3240, 4320 x 2880, 4320 x 2432, 3648 x 2736, 3648 x 2432, 3648 x 2056, 3232 x 3232,3072 x 2048, 3072 x 2304, 3072 x 1728, 2736 x 2736, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1712, 2560 x 1440, 2304 x 2304, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1920, 1920 x 1080, 1536 x 1536, 640 x 480, 640 x 424, 640 x 360, 480 x 480 | 4000 x 2672, 4000 x 2248, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 2176, 3264 x 1840, 2992 x 2992, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1712, 2560 x 1440, 2448 x 2448, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1920, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1536 x 1536, 640 x 480, 480 x 480 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, Standard | Fine, Standard |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing |
| Focus | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Center Tracking Continuous Touch Face Detection | Single Live View |
| Number of Focus Points | 23 | 23 |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 0 | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 24 - 480 mm | 25 - 600 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 20x | 24x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.3 - 6.4 | f/2.8 - 5.2 |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 50 cm | 30 cm |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 3 cm | 1 cm |
| Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fully Articulated |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 461k dot | 461k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View |
| Viewfinder | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Electronic | |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% |
| Shutter | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 15 sec | 30 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/2000 sec | 1/2000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 10.0 fps | 12.0 fps |
| Flash | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto On Off Red-eye Slow Syncro | Auto On Off Red-eye Slow Sync |
| Flash Range | 6.40 m | 9.50 m |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Shoe Mount |
| Exposure | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | Multi Center-weighted Spot |
| Exposure Compensation | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | ±1 (3 frames at 1/3 EV, 1 EV increments) | 3 frames at 1/3 EV, 1 EV increments |
| Video | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Type C | |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Mono | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output |
| Connectivity | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Wi-Fi Version | 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz | |
| Built-In Bluetooth |
| Environmental | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28 mm (4.13 x 2.32 x 1.1") | 124 x 81 x 95 mm (4.88 x 3.19 x 3.74") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 210 g (0.46 lb / 7.41 oz) | 540 g (1.19 lb / 19.05 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.5 x 5.5 x 3.2" | 8.6 x 4.6 x 6.6" |
| Power and Storage | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | BP-DC 9 | |
| Battery Life | 210 shots | 410 shots |
| Internal Storage | 12 MB | 70 MB |
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Other | Leica V-Lux 40 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System |
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