FujiFilm S3200 vs Leica V-Lux 20

Its time to look a little more in depth at the FujiFilm S3200 versus Leica V-Lux 20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S3200 was brought out 9 months after the V-Lux 20 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S3200 scores vs the V-Lux 20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 & Leica V-Lux 20. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S3200 has exterior measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 20 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S3200 versus the V-Lux 20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3200 and V-Lux 20 is 67 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3200 and V-Lux 20.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the FujiFilm S3200 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer S3200 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.