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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Leica V-Lux 4

Portability
75
Imaging
36
Features
34
Overall
35
FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD front
 
Leica V-Lux 4 front
Portability
65
Imaging
36
Features
62
Overall
46

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Leica V-Lux 4 Key Specs

FujiFilm S2800HD
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 437g - 110 x 74 x 82mm
  • Announced February 2010
  • Alternate Name is FinePix S2900HD
Leica V-Lux 4
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
  • 588g - 125 x 87 x 110mm
  • Introduced September 2012
  • Previous Model is Leica V-Lux 3
  • Updated by Leica V-Lux 5
Photography Glossary

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Leica V-Lux 4 Overview

Let's examine more closely at the FujiFilm S2800HD and Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2800HD was launched 3 years before the V-Lux 4 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S2800HD matches up vs the V-Lux 4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2800HD over the Leica V-Lux 4

 S2800HD V-Lux 4 

Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 4 over the FujiFilm S2800HD

 V-Lux 4 S2800HD 
IntroducedSeptember 2012February 2010Newer by 31 months
Manual focus More exact focusing
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the FujiFilm S2800HD and Leica V-Lux 4

 S2800HD V-Lux 4 
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen size
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Leica V-Lux 4 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2800HD offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 4 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm S2800HD and Leica V-Lux 4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S2800HD versus the V-Lux 4.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Leica V-Lux 4 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S2800HD and V-Lux 4 is 75 and 65 respectively.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Leica V-Lux 4 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Leica V-Lux 4 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S2800HD and V-Lux 4.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the FujiFilm S2800HD to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S2800HD is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Leica V-Lux 4 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Leica V-Lux 4 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S2800HD vs Leica V-Lux 4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD Portrait photography information
Leica V-Lux 4 Portrait photography information
29
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
45
focusing manually
supports face detect autofocus
exports RAW formats
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD as a Street photography camera
Leica V-Lux 4 as a Street photography camera
48
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
57
screen articulates
has image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
more heavy than others in class (588 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD Sports photography details
Leica V-Lux 4 Sports photography details
43
excellent zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
46
incredible zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports tracking focus
great battery power (540 shots)
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm S2800HD
Travel photography with Leica V-Lux 4
60
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
long zoom (504mm)
missing Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
55
great battery power (540 shots)
has built in flash
selfie friendly display
rather wide (25mm)
very long reach (600mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
more heavy than others in class (588 grams)
low MP (12 megapixels)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm S2800HD
Landscape photography with Leica V-Lux 4
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really wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
48
focusing manually
rather wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
great battery power (540 shots)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S2800HD Vlogging details
Leica V-Lux 4 Vlogging details
25
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone port
63
rather wide (25mm)
selfie friendly display
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes microphone jack
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
more heavy than others in class (588g)
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FujiFilm S2800HD vs Leica V-Lux 4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S2800HD and Leica V-Lux 4
 FujiFilm FinePix S2800HDLeica V-Lux 4
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Leica
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD Leica V-Lux 4
Also Known as FinePix S2900HD -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2010-02-02 2012-09-17
Body design SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max boosted ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 23
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-504mm (18.0x) 25-600mm (24.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8
Macro focusing distance 2cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen size 3" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - Free-Angle TFT Screen LCD Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,312k dot
Viewfinder coverage 99 percent 100 percent
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per sec 12.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.40 m 13.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 437 gr (0.96 pounds) 588 gr (1.30 pounds)
Dimensions 110 x 74 x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 125 x 87 x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 540 photographs
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $260 $899