FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 20
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Announced July 2010
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S2600HD
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released April 2010

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 20 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S2500HD was launched 3 months later than the V-Lux 20 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the S2500HD grades versus the V-Lux 20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Leica V-Lux 20. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Leica V-Lux 20
S2500HD | V-Lux 20 |
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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the FujiFilm S2500HD
V-Lux 20 | S2500HD | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Leica V-Lux 20
S2500HD | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Released | July 2010 | ![]() | April 2010 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 20 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2500HD provides physical dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 20 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S2500HD vs the V-Lux 20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2500HD and V-Lux 20 is 78 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 20 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The graphic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S2500HD and V-Lux 20.
All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images though you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 20 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 20 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Leica V-Lux 20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Leica V-Lux 20 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S2600HD | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2010-04-20 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 pounds) | 218 gr (0.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $200 | $779 |