FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 30
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released July 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix S2600HD
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Launched May 2011
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Below, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Leica V-Lux 30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S2500HD was brought out 10 months before the V-Lux 30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S2500HD grades against the V-Lux 30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD and Leica V-Lux 30. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery and Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Leica V-Lux 30
| S2500HD | V-Lux 30 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the FujiFilm S2500HD
| V-Lux 30 | S2500HD | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | May 2011 | July 2010 | Fresher by 10 months | |
| Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
| Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Leica V-Lux 30
| S2500HD | V-Lux 30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
| Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 30 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2500HD offers 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) whilst the Leica V-Lux 30 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Leica V-Lux 30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the S2500HD vs the V-Lux 30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2500HD and V-Lux 30 is 78 and 90 respectively.
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S2500HD and V-Lux 30.
Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Leica V-Lux 30 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older S2500HD is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Leica V-Lux 30 Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Leica V-Lux 30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Leica |
| Model | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Leica V-Lux 30 |
| Also called | FinePix S2600HD | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2010-07-06 | 2011-05-26 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| 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 | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.40 m | 5.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance 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 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 337g (0.74 lb) | 219g (0.48 lb) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
| 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 | - | 260 photographs |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $200 | $900 |