FujiFilm S1600 vs Leica V-Lux 2

Following is a thorough analysis of the FujiFilm S1600 vs Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1600 was brought out 7 months earlier than the V-Lux 2 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S1600 matches up vs the V-Lux 2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Leica V-Lux 2. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S1600 has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 2 has measurements of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm S1600 vs Leica V-Lux 2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S1600 and the V-Lux 2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and V-Lux 2 is 78 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S1600 and V-Lux 2.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Leica V-Lux 2 to result in greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S1600 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.