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FujiFilm XP10 vs Leica V-Lux 40

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix XP10 front
 
Leica V-Lux 40 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
48
Overall
41

FujiFilm XP10 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Key Specs

FujiFilm XP10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix XP11
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm XP30
Leica V-Lux 40
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
  • Announced May 2012
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Overview

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the FujiFilm XP10 versus Leica V-Lux 40, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the XP10 (12MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The XP10 was manufactured 3 years before the V-Lux 40 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the XP10 scores versus the V-Lux 40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Leica V-Lux 40

 XP10 V-Lux 40 

Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the FujiFilm XP10

 V-Lux 40 XP10 
AnnouncedMay 2012February 2010More modern by 27 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kClearer screen (+231k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm XP10 and Leica V-Lux 40

 XP10 V-Lux 40 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen

FujiFilm XP10 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm XP10 comes with outside dimensions of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 40 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm XP10 versus Leica V-Lux 40 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the XP10 vs the V-Lux 40.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Leica V-Lux 40 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XP10 and V-Lux 40 is 95 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Leica V-Lux 40 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm XP10 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The picture below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the XP10 and V-Lux 40.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Leica V-Lux 40 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged XP10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Leica V-Lux 40 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm XP10 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm XP10 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 as a Portrait photography camera
Leica V-Lux 40 as a Portrait photography camera
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
35
good megapixels (14MP)
features face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Street photography info
Leica V-Lux 40 Street photography info
60
weather proof
lighter than competition in class (135 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
65
image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus by touch
lighter than competitors (210g)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Sports photography advice
Leica V-Lux 40 Sports photography advice
30
features tracking focus
weather proof
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
47
excellent zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (210 CIPA)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 as a Travel photography camera
Leica V-Lux 40 as a Travel photography camera
60
lighter than competition in class (135 grams)
weather proof
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
68
lighter than competitors (210 grams)
offers focus by touch
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
long reach (480mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
terrible battery pack (210 per charge)
does not contain selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm XP10
Landscape photography with Leica V-Lux 40
27
weather proof
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
42
fairly wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
terrible battery pack (210 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm XP10 Vlogging details
Leica V-Lux 40 Vlogging details
25
lighter than competition in class (135g)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone socket
35
fairly wide (24mm)
touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors (210 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not contain selfie friendly display
does not have external mic jack
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm XP10 and Leica V-Lux 40
 FujiFilm FinePix XP10Leica V-Lux 40
General Information
Make FujiFilm Leica
Model type FujiFilm FinePix XP10 Leica V-Lux 40
Also Known as FinePix XP11 -
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2010-02-02 2012-05-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 23
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-180mm (5.0x) 24-480mm (20.0x)
Maximum aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/3.3-6.4
Macro focusing range 9cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 461k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/4 secs 15 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 6.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic 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 BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 135g (0.30 pounds) 210g (0.46 pounds)
Dimensions 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 210 photos
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
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