FujiFilm S2800HD vs Leica V-Lux 40

Let's look much closer at the FujiFilm S2800HD vs Leica V-Lux 40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the S2800HD (14MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S2800HD was revealed 3 years prior to the V-Lux 40 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S2800HD grades against the V-Lux 40 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD & Leica V-Lux 40. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery & Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S2800HD comes with outer dimensions of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 40 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S2800HD compared to the V-Lux 40.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S2800HD and V-Lux 40 is 75 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The pic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S2800HD and V-Lux 40.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images although you may want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S2800HD will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.