FujiFilm S4000 vs Leica V-Lux 4

Here is a in depth review of the FujiFilm S4000 vs Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the S4000 (14MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was unveiled 20 months prior to the V-Lux 4 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S4000 scores against the V-Lux 4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 & Leica V-Lux 4. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S4000 features physical dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 4 has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S4000 vs the V-Lux 4.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and V-Lux 4 is 67 and 65 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S4000 and V-Lux 4.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the FujiFilm S4000 to produce more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older S4000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.