FujiFilm AX350 vs Leica V-Lux 20

Let's look more closely at the FujiFilm AX350 and Leica V-Lux 20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the AX350 (16MP) and V-Lux 20 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AX350 was brought out 9 months after the V-Lux 20 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the AX350 grades versus the V-Lux 20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 and Leica V-Lux 20. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AX350 enjoys external measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 20 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm AX350 and Leica V-Lux 20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the AX350 versus the V-Lux 20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and V-Lux 20 is 94 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The pic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the AX350 and V-Lux 20.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the FujiFilm AX350 to give you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer AX350 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.