FujiFilm S1800 vs Leica V-Lux 3
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix S1880
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 540g - 124 x 81 x 95mm
- Announced December 2011
- Succeeded the Leica V-Lux 2
- Later Model is Leica V-Lux 4

FujiFilm S1800 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm S1800 vs Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the S1800 (12MP) and the V-Lux 3 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S1800 was revealed 22 months earlier than the V-Lux 3 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S1800 matches up vs the V-Lux 3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Leica V-Lux 3. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Leica V-Lux 3
S1800 | V-Lux 3 |
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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 3 over the FujiFilm S1800
V-Lux 3 | S1800 | |||
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Announced | December 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 22 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1800 and Leica V-Lux 3
S1800 | V-Lux 3 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S1800 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1800 features outer measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 3 has dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S1800 vs Leica V-Lux 3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S1800 and the V-Lux 3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1800 and V-Lux 3 is 78 and 67 respectively.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S1800 and V-Lux 3.
As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images although you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged S1800 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1800 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Leica V-Lux 3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
Also referred to as | FinePix S1880 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2011-12-08 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 9.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 lb) | 540 gr (1.19 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 124 x 81 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 410 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | BP-DC 9 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $949 |