Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Leica V-Lux 20

In this article, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Leica V-Lux 20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and V-Lux 20 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and V-Lux 20 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F500 EXR was introduced 9 months later than the V-Lux 20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR scores vs the V-Lux 20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR & Leica V-Lux 20. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery & Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F500 EXR provides physical measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 20 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR compared to the V-Lux 20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and V-Lux 20 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and V-Lux 20.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm F500 EXR with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm F500 EXR will render more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm F500 EXR will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.