FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Leica V-Lux 30

Following is a in depth assessment of the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Leica V-Lux 30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and V-Lux 30 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The HS20 EXR was launched 4 months before the V-Lux 30 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm HS20 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the HS20 EXR matches up against the V-Lux 30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR and Leica V-Lux 30. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery and Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR features physical measurements of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") with a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 30 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Leica V-Lux 30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the HS20 EXR and the V-Lux 30.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the HS20 EXR and V-Lux 30 is 58 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the HS20 EXR and V-Lux 30.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The HS20 EXR because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the FujiFilm HS20 EXR will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.