FujiFilm S200EXR vs Leica V-Lux 2

Here, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm S200EXR versus Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the S200EXR (12MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the S200EXR (1/1.6") and V-Lux 2 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S200EXR was manufactured 14 months prior to the V-Lux 2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S200EXR scores against the V-Lux 2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S200EXR and Leica V-Lux 2. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm S200EXR Gallery and Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm S200EXR features physical dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") accompanied by a weight of 865 grams (1.91 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 2 has specifications of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm S200EXR versus Leica V-Lux 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S200EXR and the V-Lux 2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S200EXR and V-Lux 2 is 54 and 67 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S200EXR and V-Lux 2.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S200EXR featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Leica V-Lux 2 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older S200EXR is going to be behind in sensor technology.