FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Leica V-Lux 3

Let's look a bit more closely at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and V-Lux 3 (12MP) and the HS20 EXR (1/2") and V-Lux 3 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The HS20 EXR was introduced 11 months earlier than the V-Lux 3 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the HS20 EXR matches up against the V-Lux 3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR & Leica V-Lux 3. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery & Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR offers external dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") having a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 3 has proportions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Leica V-Lux 3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the HS20 EXR vs the V-Lux 3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the HS20 EXR and V-Lux 3 is 58 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at technical specs. The visual here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HS20 EXR and V-Lux 3.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The HS20 EXR having a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the FujiFilm HS20 EXR will give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older HS20 EXR is going to be behind in sensor technology.