FujiFilm S4000 vs Leica V-Lux 30

Below is a complete review of the FujiFilm S4000 versus Leica V-Lux 30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the S4000 (14MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was unveiled 4 months prior to the V-Lux 30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S4000 scores vs the V-Lux 30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 and Leica V-Lux 30. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm S4000 provides external measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 30 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S4000 versus Leica V-Lux 30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S4000 vs the V-Lux 30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4000 and V-Lux 30 is 67 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The visual here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S4000 and V-Lux 30.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account.